Define Allusion Meaning

Allusion
A reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication; indirect reference; a hint.

The boys were punished for the incident that sent a shockwave of panic across the nation.
By Stephi
Allusive
refers to the all-encompassing capacity of a UFC fighter; greater than elusive; the capacity to use everything and to avoid everything all at the same time

ie. Lyoto Machida is an "allusive fighter." (sic)
By Goldina
Allusions

I love Allusions!
By Lianna
Optical Allusion
When something you see happening in everyday life is exactly like something you read in a book, or saw in a movie.

When I walked in on my son having sex with a pie, it was like an optical allusion to that movie I saw!
By Hildy
Classical Allusion
An indirect although not accidental reference to a Greek or Roman legend. This form of writing is often used in poetry. It is used repeatedly in Romeo and Juliet as well.

A classical allusions from Romeo and Juliet- "From forth day's path and Titan's fiery wheels"
By Trixy
Optical Allusion Titties
When titties look bigger than they really are. Most often due to the manner in which the titties are dressed/displayed.

Dude, i was so bummed when she took her shirt off, total optical allusion titties, they were tiny.

"yeah, there not that big, there optical allusion titties" - Mello
By Trish