roman a clef

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Noun roman a clef has 1 sense

roman a clef - a novel in which actual persons and events are disguised as fictional characters
--₁ is a kind of novel

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Roman à Clef

Description

A roman à clef is a literary genre where a fictional story is based on real-life events or individuals, but with the identities disguised or changed. It is often used to provide social or political commentary in a fictional setting.

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Noun

Senses

A novel or literary work that presents real-life events or characters in a fictionalized manner.

Usages

Many well-known authors have written roman à clef novels that explore hidden aspects of society.
The novel "Animal Farm" by George Orwell can be seen as a roman à clef, where animals symbolize different historical figures.
She published a roman à clef about her experiences working in a famous fashion magazine.

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