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metaphorical
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adjective
(= metaphoric)
expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another
a metaphorical expression
metaphoric language
seal
Noun
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A mammal that lives in watch.
We saw seals at the theme park performing tricks.
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A form of signature to represent a person or a company/service.
Place this seal on your website and it will be trusted by your visitors.
seal
Verb
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If you seal something, you close it tightly.
I sealed the bag tightly before putting it into my suitcase.
The room was sealed so no one could enter it.
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If you seal, you hunt seals.
Many countries have made it illegal to seal.
of
Preposition
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Made using.
It is a house of cards.
approval
Noun
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Approval is when you formally allow something to happen.
The treaty requires approval by Parliament.
I can do whatever I want, I don't need your approval.
In spite of objections, the committee granted approval for the project.