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storyboard

STOR-ee-bord

ˈstɔːriˌbɔːrd

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Syllable breakdown

storyboard

Dictionary meaning

A visual plan of a sequence using drawings or frames to map camera setups and action.

History and origin

Film production terminology.

Examples

  • The action scene stayed on schedule because the crew followed the storyboard closely.

Common mispronunciations

STORY-bird

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