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metaphorical

adjective

/ˌmɛtəˈfɔːrɪkəl/

Meaning

Characteristic of or relating to metaphor; figurative rather than literal.

He used metaphorical language to describe his emotions.

figurative, symbolic, allegorical, illustrative

literal, direct, explicit

metaphorical meaning, metaphorical sense, metaphorical expression

not typical; strange; different from what is normal

Having a very unpleasant smell.

Showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

alleged or claimed to be true, often without proof

old and valuable; belonging to ancient times

Divided into two branches or parts.