Definition of allusive Allusive

/ʌluˈsɪv/ - [ulusiv] - al•lu•sive

We found 5 definitions of allusive from 4 different sources.

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What does allusive mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Adjective

allusive - characterized by indirect references; "allusive speech is characterized by allusions"
  indirect not direct in spatial dimension; not leading by a straight line or course to a destination; "sometimes taking an indirect path saves time"; "you must take an indirect course in sailing"
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Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • allusive (a.)
    Figurative; symbolical.
  • allusive (a.)
    Having reference to something not fully expressed; containing an allusion.

OmegaWiki DictionaryOmegaWiki Dictionary Ω

  • allusive
    Containing, abounding in, or characterized by allusions.

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