Allude

Part of speech: verb (v.)

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. These speeches . . . do seem to allude unto such ministerial garments as were then in use. Hooker.

Synonyms: refer; point; indicate; hint; suggest; intimate; signify; insinuate; advert. See Refer.

Part of speech: verb (v.)

To compare allusively; to refer (something) as applicable. [Obs.] Wither.