plotdiagram
nounUK /ˈplɒt daɪəɡræm/
US /ˈplɑːt daɪəɡræm/
A plot diagram is a simple picture that shows the main parts of a story in order.
Our teacher asked us to draw a plot diagram of the fairy tale.
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2. A graph that shows data points connected by lines.
The scientist made a plot diagram to show the temperature each day.
3. A drawing that shows how the parts of a plan fit together.
The builder used a plot diagram to plan where the houses would go.
4. A chart that outlines the events of a book or movie from start to finish.
The plot diagram helped us see the exciting middle part of the movie.