Definitions for backstoryˈbækˌstɔr i, -ˌstoʊr i
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
back•sto•ryˈbækˌstɔr i, -ˌstoʊr i(n.)(pl.)-ries.
the background of a real or fictional story or situation; prior circumstances or events.
Category: Common Vocabulary
Origin of backstory:
1980–85
Wiktionary
backstory(Noun)
The supposed previous life and experiences of a character in a dramatic work.
backstory(Noun)
A prequel.
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