Definitions

1. noun

A collection of novellas by Giovanni Boccaccio, published in 1353, often used to describe a group of stories or a period of time characterized by the telling of such stories.

“The decameron was a staple of 14th-century literature, and its influence can still be seen today in modern storytelling.”

2. proper noun

A work of literature, specifically the collection of novellas written by Giovanni Boccaccio.

“The Decameron is considered one of the greatest works of Italian literature.”

3. adjective

Describing a collection of stories or a period of time characterized by the telling of such stories.

“The decameron era of medieval literature saw a flourishing of storytelling and the development of new literary forms.”