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Explore the nuances of metaphor in the English language with interactive quizzes and a comprehensive Metaphor Map. Track linguistic evolution over 1300 years and enhance your understanding of figurative speech.
What's New in MetaphorIC
1.2
September 20, 2017
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. The final 'Mapping Metaphor' dataset is included in this release, featuring almost 12,000 metaphorical connections between categories and more than 30,000 examples of metaphor.
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FAQ
What is MetaphorIC?
MetaphorIC is an educational app designed to help users understand and explore metaphors within the English language. It features interactive quizzes and a comprehensive Metaphor Map of English.
How does MetaphorIC help users learn about metaphors?
The app uses quizzes to help users identify the origin and destination of meaning transfers in metaphorical language. The Metaphor Map allows for visualization and exploration of these links over time.
What historical scope does the Metaphor Map cover?
The Metaphor Map of English covers approximately 1300 years of the English language, tracking metaphorical ways of thinking and expression from the Anglo-Saxon period to the present day.
Can MetaphorIC be used in a classroom setting?
Yes, the app can be used alongside the 'Metaphor in the Curriculum' website, which provides teaching materials specifically for secondary schools and online access to the app's features.
What devices is MetaphorIC available on?
MetaphorIC is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.
What is the age rating for MetaphorIC?
MetaphorIC has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.
How often is MetaphorIC updated?
MetaphorIC was last updated on September 20, 2017, with the latest version being 1.2.
What is the user rating for MetaphorIC?
MetaphorIC has a high user rating of 5.0 stars based on 4 ratings.
