(1):
(a.) Used in a sense that is tropical, as a metaphor; not literal; - applied to words and expressions.
(2):
(a.) Relating to the representation of form or figure by drawing, carving, etc. See Figure, n., 2.
(3):
(a.) Abounding in figures of speech; flowery; florid; as, a highly figurative description.
(4):
(a.) Representing by a figure, or by resemblance; typical; representative.