Definition of Allusion

1. Noun. Passing reference or indirect mention.

Generic synonyms: Mention, Reference
Derivative terms: Allude

Definition of Allusion

1. n. A figurative or symbolical reference.

Definition of Allusion

1. Noun. An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Allusion

1. the act of alluding [n -S] : ALLUSIVE [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Allusion

alluminors
allurance
allurances
allure
allured
allurement
allurements
allurer
allurers
allures
alluring
alluringly
alluringness
allurings
allus
allusion (current term)
allusions
allusive
allusively
allusiveness
allusivenesses
allusory
alluvia
alluvial
alluvial cone
alluvial deposit
alluvial fan
alluvial fans
alluvial plain
alluvial plains

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