What really is a metaphor? The basic definition from dictionary.com calls it a figure of speech in which a word or phrase that ordinarily designates one thing is used to designate another, thus making an implicit comparison. Looking at the metaphor “Students are raw recruits who need to be trained”, I find it a rather interesting phrase that can be dissected in many ways. Being a student in school provides them the opportunity to learn, and with the quote, looking at students as raw recruits is the same as looking at them as football players. And when it comes to football, practice is the key to success and training through practice, provides the best results. Metaphors are a good way of comparing things and you can always find similes not too far behind being dealt in the same conversation.
Check out this Youtube video on some cliche metaphors.
