The document defines a metaphor as a figure of speech that makes an implied comparison without using 'like' or 'as'. It provides examples of metaphors in poetry and literature, illustrating their use in conveying vivid imagery. Additionally, it distinguishes metaphors from similes, emphasizing their distinct characteristics.

1. Metaphor
Lianjessi Socarrás
Denise Llinás

2. Metaphor in poetry
The definition of a metaphor is a
figure of speech containing an
implied comparison, in which a Word
or phrase ordinarily used of one thing
is applied to another.

3. No “like” or “as”
It is similar to a simile that uses “like” or
“as”. The difference is that in the
metaphor, a Word or name of an
object is replaced with another.

5. simile or metaphor
Leo has braces in his mouth that
look like a huge metal factory.
Leo’s mouth is a huge metal
factory.

6. Others examples of metaphor
The fox was a toungue of fire flickering through the
forest.
The boy’s neck was a pipe that streched so he could
see what was happening over the fence.
The job fair was a circus and Cyrus was a dancing bear.
Two pools of sorrow in his melancolic face.

9. Identify the metaphor
“The greater part of the untested men
appeared quiet and absorbed. They
were going to look at the war, the red
animal, the blood-swollen god”
-The Red Badge of Courage
Stephen Crane