An exemplum, a parable; (also) a simile, an analogy; an allegory. Obsolete.

A comparison of one thing with another, usually in regard to a particular attribute, esp. as a figure of speech.

A comparison drawn between two things or facts; the expression of such comparison.

A thing likened to another; an analogy; a simile. Obsolete.

The action of resemble, v.1; an instance of this; (also) a likeness; an imitation.

Comparison. Obsolete. rare.