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deus ex machina

deus ex machina [ dáyss eks mákinə ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. unconvincing character who resolves plot: an improbable character or unconvincing event used to resolve a plot

2. god who resolves plot: in ancient Greek and Roman theatre, a god introduced to resolve a complicated plot

[< modern Latin, 'god from the machinery' (used in Greek theatre to lower actors onto the stage)]
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