Analyzing and Interpreting Literature / Unit 7 AIL 0640 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Analogy
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The idea
An analogy is an extended comparison used to explain or argue, usually worked out point by point. The glossary gives it no headword. Donne's compasses could be called an analogy as readily as a conceit, and where two terms fit, the other options decide which is wanted.
In practice
A comparison worked out in detail.
Where people slip
Conceit and analogy can both fit.
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