Found 3 items, similar to Symbolism.
English → Indonesian (Kamus Landak)
Definition: symbolism
simbolisme
English → English (WordNet)
Definition: symbolism
symbolism
n 1: a system of symbols and symbolic representations
2: the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning [syn:
symbolization,
symbolisation]
3: an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to
express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic
use of images
English → English (gcide)
Definition: Symbolism
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.
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2. A system of symbols or representations.
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3. (Chem.)
(a) The practice of using symbols, or the system of
notation developed thereby.
(b) A combining together of parts or ingredients. [Obs.]
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4. (Theol.) The science of creeds; symbolics.
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