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tropes

/troʊpiːz/ noun · British & US
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What does tropes mean?

noun

A common or overused theme, motif, or plot device in a work of art, literature, or film. A trope can be a character, plot element, or idea that has been used many times before in different contexts.

Example

"The use of the 'chosen one' trope in the Star Wars franchise is a classic example of this narrative device."

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