Meaning of allegorical in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌæləˈɡɔrək(ə)l/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    allegorical

    Definitions

    1. used in or characteristic of or containing allegory

    Examples

    • « allegorical stories »
    • « an allegorical painting of Victory leading an army »

    Synonyms

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