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What is an allusion?

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A dream, something not real.


A previous held belief.


An indirect reference to some piece of knowledge not actually mentioned.


Something in poetry, but nothing important

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Answer:

An allusion is an indirect reference to some piece of knowledge not actually mentioned.

Step-by-step explanation:

allusion

/əˈluːʒ(ə)n/

noun

an expression designed to call something to mind without mentioning it explicitly; an indirect or passing reference.

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