Metaphor

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Metaphor (mɛtəfɔːr)

A Metaphor is a figure of speech that directly refers to one thing by mentioning another for rhetorical effect. It may provide clarity or identify hidden similarities between two different ideas.

Etymology

The term "Metaphor" is derived from the Greek word metaphorá, which means "transfer". It is a combination of meta (meaning "over" or "across") and pherein (meaning "to carry" or "to bear").

Related Terms

  • Simile: A figure of speech involving the comparison of one thing with another thing of a different kind, used to make a description more emphatic or vivid.
  • Analogy: A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.
  • Allegory: A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.
  • Hyperbole: Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

Usage in Medicine

In medicine, metaphors are often used to describe complex medical conditions or procedures. For example, the term "fighting" is often used as a metaphor in the context of battling diseases or illnesses. Similarly, the journey metaphor is commonly used to describe a patient's experience with chronic illness.

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