Allusion Definition & Meaning

allusion
noun
  1. passing reference or indirect mention

"Allusion" in song lyrics

See how allusion is used in real songs:

  • "adonis allusion"
    AOL — AOL
  • "tennessee williams streetcar named desire and poetry allusion"
    AOL — AOL
  • "classical allusion"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "allusion"

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