allusion
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An allusion is a literary device that refers to a person, place, event, or work of literature in a passing or indirect manner. It is a brief and indirect reference to something without explicitly stating it. Allusions are often used to add depth and meaning to a text by connecting it to a larger body of knowledge or cultural reference. For example, an author might make an allusion to Greek mythology by referencing the story of Achilles to convey the idea of invincibility.