Definition of allude

• v. i. - To refer to something indirectly or by suggestion; to have reference to a subject not specifically and plainly mentioned; -- followed by to; as, the story alludes to a recent transaction.
• v. t. - To compare allusively; to refer (something) as applicable.
• v. i. - To refer to something indirectly or by suggestion; to have reference to a subject not specifically and plainly mentioned; -- followed by to; as, the story alludes to a recent transaction.
• v. t. - To compare allusively; to refer (something) as applicable.