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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

analogy

/ˈænələdʒi/ noun · British & US
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What does analogy mean?

noun

A comparison between two things to show that they are similar in some way, often used to explain a complex idea or concept. An analogy is a relationship of similarity between two things that are not alike but share a common characteristic.

Example

"The teacher used an analogy to explain the concept of gravity, comparing it to a ball rolling down a hill."

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