English

Verb

foreshadowing

1. present participle of foreshadow

Noun

foreshadowing ‎(plural foreshadowings)

1. A literary device whereby an author drops subtle hints about plot developments to come later in the story.
   • 2004, David Mitchell, Cloud Atlas

     As an experienced editor I disapprove of backflashes, foreshadowings and tricksy devices […]

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