tall story



tall story

A story that is greatly exaggerated or particularly imaginative, such that it is difficult to believe; a tall tale. My uncle has always been fond of telling tall stories about his time overseas. I used to believe him when I was a kid, but now I've learned to just laugh along.
See also: story, tall

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
KnÚTr-Ancient Scandinavian
Hazel['heizl]
Nancy['nænsi]
Gaspargah-SPAHR (Spanish)Spanish, Portuguese, Judeo-Christian Legend
Paris['pæris]
Xavior-English (Rare)