symbol

Definition

  • noun: an action, object, event, etc., that expresses or represents a particular idea or quality
  • noun: an authoritative summary of faith or doctrine
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: creed, symbolize

Examples

  • The wearing of black clothing is often a 'symbol of' mourning in Western cultures.

  • The company's 'symbol' [='logo'] is a red umbrella.

  • “K” is the 'symbol for' a strikeout in baseball.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Where'd you get that jacket? -The other guy didn't need it. -Oh? You see that red? It stands for blood. It's a symbol of the Resistance. You're obviously not a Resistance fighter, so take it off. Take it off! You point a gun at someone... ...you'd better be ready (..)
    2009 Terminator Salvation