Simile

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things and uses the words "like," "as," "than," or "resembles."

Example From Text

Like giants they toiled, days flashing on the heels of days like dreams as they heaped the treasure up.

Explanation

Here, London compares John Thornton and his crew with giants to show how great and powerful they feel as they collect their gold. London also compares the days with dreams to describe how happy the men feel about their newfound wealth.