Creation, Application, and Semantic Possibilities of Metaphor

Dr Arif Hussain
Lecturer Department of Urdu, Boys Degree College Skardu
Email: Arif28106@gmail.com

Abstract
This paper examines the creation, significance, utility, application, and semantic possibilities of metaphor in literary and cognitive discourse. As a fundamental device of figurative language, metaphor transcends mere ornamental function to serve as a vital mechanism for conceptual expansion and aesthetic expression. The study explores how metaphors are generated through imaginative processes, their role in shaping thought and communication, and their enduring relevance across linguistic and cultural contexts. By analyzing metaphor’s structural and functional dimensions, the paper highlights its capacity to encode complex ideas, sustain semantic evolution, and facilitate deeper intellectual and spiritual engagement. Furthermore, the research investigates the applicability of metaphor in diverse fields-from literature and philosophy to everyday language-demonstrating its universal utility as a tool for meaning-making. Ultimately, this article underscores metaphor’s transformative potential, revealing how it not only enriches language but also opens new interpretive horizons, enabling fresh perspectives on reality and human experience.
Keywords: Creation, Application, Semantic, metaphor, language, aesthetic expression
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