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symbolization

sym·bo·li·zation

uncommon

noun

1.

the use of symbols to convey meaning

2.

something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible

  • “the eagle is a symbol of the United States”

Origin

From symbol + -ization or symbolize + -ation.

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