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WhiteSmoke's Dictionary

Term: Metaphors


Definition:

A metaphor is a word or phrase that describes one thing being used to describe another; on a simple level a phrase such as 'the heart of the matter' is a metaphor as matters do not actually have hearts. Metaphorical phrases are widely used in English.

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Grammar Topic:  Figure of Speech

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