Definition of Figure of speech

an expressive phrase that has a meaning other than the literal one

Examples of Figure of speech in a sentence

She is as pretty as a picture is a figure of speech that describes the beauty of the lady.  🔊

Bernie doesn’t understand the figure of speech and prefers you speak in more literal terms.  🔊

According to my English teacher, a metaphor is a figure of speech that compares to things.  🔊

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