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Term: Comparaison

Definition:

Comparaison refers to the act of comparing two or more things to highlight similarities or differences between them.

Senses:

1. Noun: A rhetorical device in which two things are compared, often using "like" or "as".
2. Noun: The process of examining the similarities and differences between two or more things.
3. Noun: A statement or conclusion drawn from a comparison.

Usages:

1. As a rhetorical device:

Noun: The author's poem is filled with beautiful comparisons.

Sample Sentence: Her eyes sparkled like diamonds in the sunlight.

2. In the process of examining similarities and differences:

Noun: The comparaison of various statistical data allows us to draw meaningful conclusions.

Sample Sentence: The comparaison between the two paintings revealed their distinct styles.

3. Statement or conclusion drawn from a comparison:

Noun: The comparaison made between the two products showed clear advantages for the newer version.

Sample Sentence: The comparaison of sales figures indicated a decline in profit margins.

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