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Alusion

Noun

A reference, typically indirect or brief, to a person, place, thing, or event in literature, art, mythology, or history.

Example:

The author made an alusion to Shakespeare's play in her novel.

Verbs

1. Alude: To make an indirect reference or allusion.

Example: He cleverly aluded to the politician's scandal without naming names.

2. Aluse: To use allusions in speech or writing.

Example: The professor alused to various historical events during his lecture.

Adjective

Alusive: Characterized by or making use of allusions; elusive.

Example:

The poet's alusive style kept the readers engaged and intrigued.

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