Can figurative language be described as literary element?

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Can figurative language be described as literary element?

2006-06-20 08:11:39 · 2 answers · asked by khatti 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

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Yes.

Figurative language uses "figures of speech" - a way of saying something other than the literal meaning of the words.

Here is a great chart and explanation of the different types: http://www.frostfriends.org/figurative.html

2006-06-20 08:16:01 · answer #1 · answered by philk_ca 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Most definately! If it's not a literary element, what is it????!!!

2006-06-20 16:46:44 · answer #2 · answered by Obama, 47 y/o political virgin 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋