Friday, January 27, 2023

Define Allusion

 

 
al·lu·sion
/əˈlo͞oZH(ə)n/
noun
  1. an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference.
    "an allusion to Shakespeare"
    Similar:
    reference to
mention of
comment on
remark about
citation of
quotation of
hint at
intimation of
suggestion of
implication
  1. insinuation
    • the practice of making allusions, especially as an artistic device.
      "the use of allusion"
Tip
Similar-sounding words
allusion is sometimes confused with illusion

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