SYMBOLISM


Meaning of SYMBOLISM in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ sɪmbəlɪzəm ]

1.

Symbolism is the use of symbols in order to represent something.

The scene is so rich in symbolism that any explanation risks spoiling the effect.

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2.

You can refer to the symbolism of an event or action when it seems to show something important about a situation.

The symbolism of every gesture will be of vital importance during the short state visit.

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