metaphorical
柯林斯词典
1. ADJ You use the word metaphorical to indicate that you are not using words with their ordinary meaning, but are describing something by means of an image or symbol. 比喻意义上的
It turns out Levy is talking in metaphorical terms. 原来利维说的是比喻。
2. metaphoricallyADV 比喻意义上地
You're speaking metaphorically, I hope. 我希望你是在打比方。
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metaphorical /ˈmɛtəˌfɔːrɪkəl/
剑桥词典
- Metaphorical language contains metaphors .
使用隐喻的
Her second novel is written in a very metaphorical style . 她的第二部小说中运用了大量隐喻。
not having real existence but representing some truth about a situation or other subject
比喻性的，比喻意义上的
A metaphorical ocean (= extremely large area of disagreement ) lies between the two groups . 两方之间存在着海洋般巨大的分歧。
There is a danger that America's metaphoric "war on drugs " may turn into a bloody reality . 美国人“向毒品开战”的比喻说法有变成严酷现实的危险。 返回 metaphorical