1) to represent, liken, be like
1a) (Niphal) to liken, be like, be similar
1b) (Hiphil) to compare
1c) (Hithpael) to become like
2) to speak in a proverb, use a proverb, speak in parables, speak in sentences of poetry
2a) (Qal) to use a proverb, speak a parable or proverb
2b) (Piel) to make a parable
2b1) maker of parables (participle)