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novel

/nɒvəl/ noun · British & US
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What does novel mean?

noun

A book of fiction, longer than a short story, often with a complex plot and characters. A new or original device, method, or idea.

Example

"The novel was a bestseller, and the author's unique writing style was praised by critics."

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