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allusion
Part of speech: NounA casual reference to, or slight mention of, something; a comparlson or reference.
Usage examples "allusion":- Mind you do not make the slightest allusion to it in any of your letters, and ask your father not to do so either. - "Warlock o' Glenwarlock", George MacDonald.
- This allusion, and the sudden kindness, drew a storm of tears to Cornelia's eyelids. - "The Complete Project Gutenberg Works of George Meredith", George Meredith.
- She sat talking of other things till dinner; and though Lady Macleod did during the evening make one allusion to " poor Mr. Grey," the subject was allowed to drop. - "Can You Forgive Her?", Anthony Trollope.