- 1. n. A figurative or symbolical reference. Source: opted
- 2. n. A reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication; indirect reference; a hint. Source: opted
- 3. n. passing reference or indirect mention Source: wordnet
- 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. Source: webster
- 5. n:100 n. passing reference or indirect mention Source: ecdict
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