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analogy
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɐnɐluˈʒiɐ/a·na·lo·gi·a
Definition
1A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
Usage examples
“The teacher used an analogy between the solar system and an atom.”
“There's a clear analogy between the workings of a clock and the universe.”
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