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Literal Meaning - Glossary of Terms
Literal Meaning
The term "literal meaning" denotes that all words
are in strict accordance with their original meanings. "Literal"
is the opposite of "figurative".
Examples:
The
comedian died on the stage. (literal meaning
- he actually died) The
comedian died on the stage. (figurative
meaning - the audience did not find him funny)