Meaning of allusive in English

1. Pronunciation

   /əˈluzɪv/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   allusive

   Definitions

   1. characterized by indirect references

   Examples

   • « allusive speech is characterized by allusions »

   Synonyms

   • indirect

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