Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

oblique-reference

noun

/əˈbliːk ˈrɛf.ə.rəns/

Definition

An indirect mention or allusion to something rather than a direct statement.

Examples

In his speech, the politician made an oblique reference to his opponent’s past controversies.
The novel is rich in oblique references to historical events.

Meaning

Oblique reference is used to suggest or hint at something without explicitly stating it. It often requires the reader or listener to infer the underlying meaning or context.