shaggy God story en · NOUN
Etymology
A pun on shaggy dog story, incorporating God. Coined by writer and critic Brian W. Aldiss in a pseudonymous column in the October 1965 issue of New Worlds.
Meanings
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A style of science fiction story that attempts to explain biblical concepts with science fiction tropes.
A typical shaggy God story might feature a pair of astronauts landing on a lush and virgin world; the story ends with their names being revealed as Adam and Eve.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| shaggy God stories | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| shaggy god story | alternative | lexicographic |