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symbolism |
2 definitions found From Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) [web1913]: Symbolism \Sym"bol*ism\, n. 1. The act of symbolizing, or the state of being symbolized; as symbolism in Christian art is the representation of truth, virtues, vices, etc., by emblematic colors, signs, and forms. 2. A system of symbols or representations. 3. (Chem.) a The practice of using symbols, or the system of notation developed thereby. b A combining together of parts or ingredients. [Obs.] 4. (Theol.) The science of creeds; symbolics. From WordNet r 1.6 [wn]: symbolism n 1: a system of symbols and symbolic representations 2: the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning
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