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allusion

/əˈluːʒən/

Translations

allusionnoun

allusions

/əˈluːʒən/

The novel is full of allusions to classical literature.

Роман полон намёков на классическую литературу.

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Synonyms

indirect mention

allusionnoun

An indirect or passing reference to an event, person, place, or artistic work that the author assumes the reader will understand.

The novel's title is an allusion to Shakespeare's play.

The act or practice of referring to something indirectly or by implication.

Political speeches are often rich in allusions to historical events.