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词汇 schoolboy tale
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Definition of schoolboy tale in English:

schoolboy tale

noun
  • 1A tale or account told by a schoolboy, especially one that makes wildly exaggerated claims purported to be true.

  • 2A story that appeals to or concerns a schoolboy or schoolboys.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Joseph Addison (1672–1719), writer and politician.

Definition of schoolboy tale in US English:

schoolboy tale

noun
  • 1A tale or account told by a schoolboy, especially one that makes wildly exaggerated claims purported to be true.

  • 2A story that appeals to or concerns a schoolboy or schoolboys.

Origin

Early 18th century; earliest use found in Joseph Addison (1672–1719), writer and politician.

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