(shÄ­bâ²É-lÄ­th, -lÄthâ²) n. 1. A word or pronunciation that distinguishes people of one group or class from those of another. 2. a. A word or phrase identified with a particular group or cause; a catchword. b.
exists and is an alternate of . Indirect means diverging from a straight line/path, not going straight to the point,the opposite of direct. It is used to mean a roundabout or covert method of action, in terms such as indirect taxes, indirect characterization, or indirect criticism.
Full Definition of ALLUSION. 1. : an implied or indirect reference especially in literature; also: the use of such references. 2. : the act of making an indirect reference to something: the act of alluding to something.â alÂ·luÂ·sive \-Ëlue-ËlÃ¼, -siv\ ziv. â adjectiveÂ·alÂ·luÂ·sive ly. adverb an implied or indirect reference especially in literature; also: the use of such references. 2. : the act of making an indirect reference to something: the act of alluding to something. â alÂ·luÂ·sive \-Ëlue-ËlÃ¼, -siv\ ziv. adjective