Meaning of the word allegorical in English

What does allegorical mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

allegorical

US /ˌæl.əˈɡɔːr.ə.kəl/
UK /ˌæl.əˈɡɒr.ɪ.kəl/
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Adjective

constituting or containing allegory; using symbols to represent abstract ideas or principles

Example:
The painting is an allegorical representation of Liberty.
Many of his stories have an allegorical meaning.