ODLT--The Online Dictionary of Language Terminology



allude | mention
To refer to something indirectly is to allude, whereas to refer to something directly (e.g., by name) is to mention.

Example -
"Though not mentioned by name, Bob was alluded to during the conversation."



Please comment


Your name and location (e.g., Bob Jones, Ottawa):

Email address (e.g., Bob@ottawa.ca):