Definition of "parable" in English

noun

1. A short narrative illustrating a lesson (usually religious/moral) by comparison or analogy.

   • In the New Testament the parables told by Jesus Christ convey His message, as in "The parable of the prodigal son".
   • Catholic homilies normally draw on at least one Biblical lecture, often parables.

verb

1. (transitive) To represent by parable.

adjective

1. (obsolete) That can easily be prepared or procured; obtainable.

   • The most parable and easy, and about which many are employed, is to teach a school, turn lecturer or curate […].