Meaning of SYMBOLISM
| Pronunciation: | | 'simbu`lizum
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- [n] the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning
- [n] a system of symbols and symbolic representations
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| | Synonyms: | | symbolisation, symbolization |
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| | See Also: | | pattern, practice, symbol | |
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| | Definition: | | Symbolism
"Symbolism" was published in December 1999 by Benedikt Taschen Verlag. This 256 page English language hardcover edition was authored by Michael Gibson. more details ... |
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| Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| | Definition: | | \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.
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