The answer would be metaphor.
A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn’t literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison.
Here are the basics:
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A metaphor states that one thing is another thing</span>It equates those two things not because they actually are the same, but for the sake of comparison or symbolism<span>.
If you take a metaphor literally, it will probably sound very strange (are there actually any sheep, black or otherwise, in your family?)
</span><span>Metaphors are used in poetry, literature, and anytime someone wants to add some color to their language.
Hoped I helped!
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