Meaning of the word allegory in English
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allegory
US /ˈæl.ə.ɡɔːr.i/
UK /ˈæl.ə.ɡɔːr.i/
Noun
1.
a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one
Example:
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George Orwell's 'Animal Farm' is a famous allegory for the Russian Revolution.
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The play uses allegory to explore themes of good versus evil.
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