Al·lude v. i. [imp. & p. p. Alluded; p. pr. & vb. n. Alluding.]  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.
 Syn: -- To refer; point; indicate; hint; suggest; intimate; signify; insinuate; advert. See Refer.