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Allusion

Description

An allusion is a figure of speech that refers to a well-known person, event, or literary work. It is used to indirectly communicate an idea or make a comparison without explicitly mentioning the thing it alludes to.

Usage

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: An indirect or passing reference

Example Sentence:

She made an allusion to Shakespeare's famous play in her speech, hoping the audience would catch the reference.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To refer to indirectly or metaphorically

Example Sentence:

The painting alludes to the famous Greek myth of Zeus and Hera.

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