meaning of figuratively

1. Representing by a figure, or by resemblance; typical; representative.
2.
Used in a sense that is tropical, as a metaphor; not literal; -- applied to words and expressions.
3.
Abounding in figures of speech; flowery; florid; as, a highly figurative description.
4.
Relating to the representation of form or figure by drawing, carving, etc. See Figure, n. , 2.


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