The term 'comparable things' can be defined as two or more objects, ideas, or concepts that are similar in some way. The crossword solutions for this term are 'analogs' (7 letters) and 'ANALOGIES' (9 letters). Analogs are objects, ideas, or concepts that are similar in some way, while ANALOGIES are comparisons between two or more objects, ideas, or concepts. An example of an analogy would be comparing a teacher to a coach, as both are responsible for guiding and instructing others.