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Allusion — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • allusion noun An indirect reference to something — a person, event or work — that the audience is expected to recognize without it being named outright.

Senses

Allusion is used for these senses in English:

  • allusion An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned.
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