figure of speech
Definition of figure of speech
: a form of expression (such as a simile or metaphor) used to convey meaning or heighten effect often by comparing or identifying one thing with another that has a meaning or connotation familiar to the reader or listener
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First Known Use of figure of speech
1751
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FIGURE OF SPEECH Defined for Kids
figure of speech
Definition of figure of speech for Students
figures of speech
: an expression (as a simile or a metaphor) that uses words in other than a plain or literal way
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