a.
When a country which has sent out colonies is termed the mother country, the expression is analogical. J. S. Mill. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. In an analogical sense; in accordance with analogy; by way of similitude. [ 1913 Webster ]
A prince is analogically styled a pilot, being to the state as a pilot is to the vessel. Berkeley. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. Quality of being analogical. [ 1913 Webster ]