Figurative

a.
  1. Representing by a figure, or by resemblance; typical; representative.
  2. Used in a sense that is tropical, as a metaphor; not literal; -- applied to words and expressions.
  3. Abounding in figures of speech; flowery; florid; as, a highly figurative description.
  4. Relating to the representation of form or figure by drawing, carving, etc. See Figure, n., 2.
    5. Figurative counterpoint or Figurative descant .
    See under Figurate.