allusion Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun passing reference or indirect mention

WordNet

Al*lu"sion noun
Etymology
L. allusio, fr. alludere to allude: cf. F. allusion.
Definitions
  1. A figurative or symbolical reference. Obs.
  2. A reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned; a covert indication; indirect reference; a hint.

Webster 1913