Word Meaning

figurative definition and meaning

a. Representing by a figure, or by resemblance; typical; representative.
a. Used in a sense that is tropical, as a metaphor; not literal; -- applied to words and expressions.
a. Abounding in figures of speech; flowery; florid; as, a highly figurative description.
a. Relating to the representation of form or figure by drawing, carving, etc. See Figure, n., 2.

Crossword clues for figurative

- Not literal