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protagonist

/ˈproʊtəɡənɪst/ noun · British & US
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What does protagonist mean?

noun

The main character in a story, play, or film, or the leading figure in an event or situation. The protagonist is often the character around whom the plot revolves.

Example

"The protagonist of the novel was a young woman fighting against an oppressive regime."

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