symbolism
noun
sym·bol·ism
ˈsim-bə-ˌli-zəm 
1
a
: artistic imitation or invention that is a method of revealing or suggesting immaterial, ideal, or otherwise intangible truth or states
b
: the use of conventional or traditional signs in the representation of divine beings and spirits
2
: a system of symbols or representations
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The story was filled with religious symbolism.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
But its symbolism comes at a time of particularly fiery rhetoric between the two Korean leaders.
—Gawon Bae, CNN, 15 Oct. 2024
Entertainment Weekly answers lingering questions about the finale, from the split timelines to the symbolism in the last sequence.
—Janey Tracey, EW.com, 20 Sep. 2024
The different layers of substrate and representation seek the play of scale in space, characteristics of materials and symbolism.
—Photovogue, Vogue, 9 Sep. 2024
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“Symbolism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/symbolism. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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symbolism
noun
sym·bol·ism
ˈsim-bə-ˌliz-əm
1
: the art or practice of using symbols
2
: a system of symbols or representations
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symbolism
noun
sym·bol·ism
ˈsim-bə-ˌliz-əm
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