Figure of speech Crossword Clue

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Figure of speech Crossword Answer

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TROPE

(5 letters)

METAPHOR

(8 letters)

ORATOR

(6 letters)

SOAPBOXPREACHER

(15 letters)

SIMILE

(6 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. an expression whose meanings cannot be inferred from the meanings of the words that make it up
2. a manner of speaking that is natural to native speakers of a language

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FIGURE (noun)
1. one of the elements that collectively form a system of numeration
2. a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
FIGURE (verb)
1. judge to be probable
2. be or play a part of or in
SPEECH (noun)
1. (language) communication by word of mouth
2. the mental faculty or power of vocal communication

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

TROPE
(5 letters)
METAPHOR
(8 letters)
ORATOR
(6 letters)
SOAPBOXPREACHER
(15 letters)
SIMILE
(6 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
IMIDO

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