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simile

noun

/ˈsɪməli/

Meaning

A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another using 'like' or 'as'.

She used a simile to describe her eyes as bright as stars.

comparison, metaphor, analogy, resemblance

literal statement, difference

use a simile, common simile, simile example

A long journey or wandering, especially on foot.

small round seeds from the mustard plant, used as a spice and for making mustard condiment

An instrument used to measure the speed and direction of wind.

a man who behaves in a sexually inappropriate way towards women

A friendly relationship between people or countries.

the process of regrowing, renewing, or restoring