Fairy-tale

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛɹi- ˈteɪɫ/

Fairy-tale (noun)

  1. A story with magic and imaginary characters, often for children, where good things usually happen to good people.
  2. A situation that seems too perfect or unlikely, like a story with magic, especially when real life is harder.

Examples

  • The fairy-tale teaches children about kindness.
  • A fairy-tale can make bedtime feel exciting.