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Term: Stock Character

Description:

A stock character refers to a fictional character that embodies a particular stereotype or archetype and is readily recognizable by the audience. These characters are often used repeatedly in various literary works, plays, and movies.

Sample Sentences:

• The evil stepmother is a common stock character in fairy tales.
• The bumbling sidekick is a classic stock character in comedy films.
• The brave knight is a stock character often found in medieval literature.

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