What does the figure of speech "Irene is a coelacanth"
literally mean? Use context clues to help you
understand it.
Irene is a coelacanth. It's 2012, and she refuses to use a
microwave or have cable TV. She won't go near a cell
phone; even an answering machine is too much for her.
And of course she won't touch a computer! I have to send
her letters through the mail. When will she realize it's the
modern era?
Irene is annoying.
Irene is scared of everything.
Irene is old-fashioned.
Irene is a good friend.