Language
metaphor
noun
Definition
A figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to something it does not literally denote.
In a sentence
“The author uses the metaphor of a journey to explore themes of personal growth.”
Synonyms
analogyfigure of speechcomparison
Common collocations
- use a metaphor
- extended metaphor
- metaphorical language
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