symbolic representation

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symbolic representation - something visible that by association or convention represents something else that is invisible; "the eagle is a symbol of the United States"

symbol, symbolisation, symbolization

representational process - any basic cognitive process in which some entity comes to stand for or represent something else

crossbones - two crossed bones (or a representation of two crossed bones) used as a symbol danger or death

cornucopia, horn of plenty - a goat's horn filled with grain and flowers and fruit symbolizing prosperity

death's head - a human skull (or a representation of a human skull) used as a symbol of death

oriflamme - an inspiring symbol or ideal that serves as a rallying point in a struggle

white feather - a symbol of cowardice

allegory, emblem - a visible symbol representing an abstract idea

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He demonstrates well Napoleon's fixation with cartography, the tactical and strategic importance of the map, and its symbolic representation of military control.

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The campaign uses 'light' as the symbolic representation of the Olympic values.

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The intention was to capture a visual connection between a symbolic representation of hope and love in this beautiful church, designed by Fernando Menis, with a person visiting that space.

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For the symbolic representation, children need to relate the real world object, analyze the particular characteristics and use the information for both ends of guessing [15].

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Lapis is a symbolic representation of the childs need to express ones ideas and feelings, be empowered through learning, in recognition of the importance of writing skills and materials, said a CWC press report.

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Spokesman NDMA, Ahmed Kamal told reporter that the rally is a symbolic representation to raise awareness on risk reduction in case of any natural calamity.