- figuratively, metaphorically, non-literally
- nicht wörtlich gemeint
- bildlich gesprochen
- metaphorisch
Example:
- Das Wort wird hier in übertragener Bedeutung verwendet.
- Man muss das in übertragener Bedeutung verstehen.
- In übertragener Bedeutung ist er der Fels in der Brandung.
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Anyone in the world (except corporations) is welcome to use this database to create language-related products and enhance language learning.
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