allusion
//əˈluːʒən//
Noun
allusionSingular
allusionsPlural
1
An indirect or passing reference to something, such as a person, event, or literary work, without explicitly mentioning it.
The poem contains an allusion to Greek mythology.
2
A figure of speech that makes a brief, indirect reference to a well-known historical, literary, or cultural subject.
The poet's allusion to Greek mythology added depth to the verse.