a story of imaginary events, especially of an exciting kind
a report or description
"his narrative was interesting"
"Disney's stories entertain adults as well as children"
"he told a fib about eating his spinach"
"how can I stop my child from telling stories?"
Mr. Oakroyd plunged into his tale, beginning with his adventures..and ending with Leonard's letter.
出自: J. B. Priestley
Bernard poured out the tale of his miseries.
出自: Aldous Huxley