textlet

/ˈtɛkstlɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

A short passage or excerpt of text, often used as an example or illustration.

“The instructor read aloud a textlet from the novel to illustrate the author’s use of symbolism.”

2. verb

To write or compose a short passage of text, often as a demonstration or example.

“The teacher textleted a short story for the students to analyze and understand the writing style.”

Synonyms

  • excerpt
  • passage
  • snippet

Antonyms

  • monologue
  • soliloquy