symbols 1 of 2

noun

Definition of symbolsnext
plural of symbol
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as in emblems
a device, design, or figure used as an identifying mark the traditional physician's symbol of a staff entwined with a snake

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as in signs
a written or printed mark that is meant to convey information to the reader the symbol ¶ indicates where a new paragraph should begin symbols such as emoji that are used in texts

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symbols

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verb

present tense third-person singular of symbol
as in symbolizes

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  1. symbolizes
  2. letters
  3. represents
  4. embodies
Verb
  • The color purple, which has historically been associated with the strength of women, represents domestic violence awareness, and the leash symbolizes the unbreakable bond between people and their pets.
    Bruna Nessif, Variety, 1 Oct. 2024
  • For instance, pink tourmaline has been associated with love and compassion, while green tourmaline symbolizes courage and strength, according to the Institute.
    Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of symbolizes
Noun
  • The game will present you with a six by eight grid of letters.
    Kris Holt, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Clicking this will highlight the letters that make up one of the theme words.
    Kris Holt, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of letters
Verb
  • But in a world that champions aggressive active ingredients and treatments, the establishment of their Maisons, or treatment destinations, represents an excitingluxury skincare offering that addresses skin-aging while rebuilding its integrity.
    Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • But this deal represents the tourism capital’s new playbook of using pro football to attract the attention of potential visitors from overseas who typically deliver significantly more spending than domestic visitors.
    Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of represents
Verb
  • Deluxe embodies all of the elements that a deluxe should be.
    Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This 167-room hideaway embodies the finest of Southern California-style luxury.
    Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of embodies
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