Figurative language is the term for the many linguistic devices we consciously or subconsciously draw upon in our ...

…this is a needed textbook in English and Rhetoric. Dr Emily Morris, Instructor Department of English St. Thomas More College University of Saskatchewan The work includes explanation of the major ...

Literal language is when we say what we mean. Like “The news van is parked outside,” or “Meeting new people makes me nervous.” Figurative language can be anything that doesn't mean what it says ...