The state of being ambiguous.
words or statements that are open to more than one interpretation, explanation or meaning, especially if that meaning cannot be determined from its context.
A derogatory hint or reference to a person or thing. An implication, intimation or insinuation.
Part of a pleading in cases of libel and slander, pointing out what and who was meant by the libellous matter or description.
She made a devious innuendo about her husband, who was embarrassed.
A rhetorical device with an omitted, but obvious conclusion, made to increase the force of an argument.
To interpret (something libellous or slanderous) in terms of what was implied.