Definition

A visual plan that shows a sequence of scenes or actions, often used in film or animation to organize the story before filming.

Example

The director created a storyboard to visualize the key scenes of the movie before shooting began.

Conversation

Have you ever tried to create a storyboard for a project?

No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!

It really helps to visualize everything before you start working on it.

I can see how a storyboard would make things a lot clearer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Storyboard → It is formed from "story" (from Old French *estorie*, meaning a narrative or tale) and "board" (from Old English *bord*, meaning a flat surface or plank). A storyboard is a flat surface used to outline a narrative or sequence of events visually.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'narrative' ('story') laid out on a 'flat surface' ('board') — that's what a storyboard does.

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