What does allusion mean?

Answer 1

An allusion is a references to a place, myth, literary work, historical event, or person.

For example, the brand name Nike is an allusion to the Greek goddess Nike, who was the goddess of victory.

Nike would want to allude to such a goddess, since it conveys a positive image of the company.

Answer 2

An allusion is a brief reference to a person, place, event, or work of art that is not directly mentioned in the text or speech, but relies on the reader or listener's familiarity with the reference to make meaning out of the text. It is a literary device used to enrich the meaning of the text and create connections for the audience.

Answer 3

al·lu·sion

əˈlo͞oZHən/

noun

noun: allusion; plural noun: allusions

1. an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference. "an allusion to Shakespeare"

   synonyms: reference to, mention of, suggestion of, hint to, intimation of, comment on, remark on "the town's name is an allusion to its founding family"

   • the practice of making allusions, especially as an artistic device.