Definition of Metaphoric

1. Adjective. Expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another. "Metaphoric language"

Exact synonyms: Metaphorical
Similar to: Figurative, Nonliteral
Derivative terms: Metaphor, Metaphor

Definition of Metaphoric

1. a. Of or pertaining to metaphor; comprising a metaphor; not literal; figurative; tropical; as, a metaphorical expression; a metaphorical sense.

Definition of Metaphoric

1. [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Metaphoric

metanotum
metantimonate
metantimonic
metapectic
metapectin
metapelet
metapeptone
metaphase
metaphase
metaphases
metaphase i
metaphase II
metaphase plate
metaphor
metaphor
metaphoric (current term)
metaphorical
metaphorically
metaphors
metaphosphate
metaphosphate
metaphosphates
metaphosphoric
metaphosphoric acid
metaphosphoric acid
metaphrase
metaphrases
metaphyseal dysplasia
metaphysial
metaphysial dysostosis

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