sym|bol|ic

sym|bol|ic
sym|bol|ic «sihm BOL ihk», adjective.
1. used as a symbol: »

A lily is symbolic of purity.

SYNONYM(S): emblematic, representative.
2. of a symbol; expressed by a symbol or set of symbols; using symbols: »

Writing is a symbolic form of expression. As far as we know, man is the only animal capable of symbolic behavior (Beals and Hoijer).

3. consisting of, denoted by, or involving the use of written symbols: »

Shorthand is a symbolic method of writing.

4. (in art and literature) having the characteristics of symbolism.
5. Semantics. expressing a mere relation.
sym|bol´i|cal|ly, adverb.
sym|bol´i|cal|ness, noun.

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