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A figurative or symbolical reference.

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  1. n. A figurative or symbolical reference.
  2. n. A reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication; indirect reference; a hint.
  3. n. passing reference or indirect mention
  4. 1. A figurative or symbolical reference. [Obs.] 2. A reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication; indirect reference; a hint.
  5. n:100 n. passing reference or indirect mention