| Definitions of 'symbolism' |
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1. (noun) symbolism
a system of symbols and symbolic representations
2. (noun) symbolism, symbolization, symbolisation
the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning
3. (noun) symbolism
an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic use of images
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| Definitions of 'symbolism' |
Webster 1913 Dictionary |
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1. (noun) symbolism
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. (noun) symbolism
a system of symbols or representations
3. (noun) symbolism
the practice of using symbols, or the system of notation developed thereby
4. (noun) symbolism
a combining together of parts or ingredients
5. (noun) symbolism
the science of creeds; symbolics
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