a figure of speech in which a term or phrase is applied to something to which it is not literally applicable in order to suggest a resemblance or to give more emphasis.
1) Where have you been? I searched the whole world to find you! (Metaphorically Speaking)
2)Look, Outside is raining cats and dogs! (Metaphorically Speaking)
2)Look, Outside is raining cats and dogs! (Metaphorically Speaking)
by SteliosD October 31, 2019