What is "allusion" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does allusion mean in English? Meaning of allusion definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "allusion" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "allusion": passing reference or indirect mention

Noun

  • Meaning: passing reference or indirect mention
  • Synonyms: allusion
  • Hypernyms: mention reference
  • Pronunciation in US: /ʌˈlu.ʒən/

    Synonyms:

    quotation, connotation, remark, inference, suggestion, innuendo, citation, insinuation, imputation, mention, charge, indication, statement, intimation, denotation, implication, figure of speech, play on words, casual remark, incidental mention,

    Antonyms:

    silence, reality,

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    allusion in English: allusion
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