resymbolization

noun

re·​symbolization

(¦)rē+

: symbolization again or anew

specifically : a mental transformation either for better or for worse consisting in the finding of new meanings and new forms of expression for one's thoughts and desires

Word History

Etymology

re- + symbolization

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