symbology

• Substantiv, das die Lehre von der Bedeutung und Verwendung von Symbolen, die Gesamtheit der Symbole eines Bereichs oder die Deutung von Zeichen bezeichnet.

A noun referring to the study, interpretation, or use of symbols and symbolism.

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1. C1formal

   The academic or systematic study of symbols and their meanings.

   Symbolkunde

   • The course on symbology explores how different cultures use symbols.
   • She wrote a thesis on the symbology of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs.
   • Understanding symbology is key to interpreting religious art.

   Synonymeiconographysemiologysemiotics

2. Use of symbolsC1formal

   The practice or system of using symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

   Symbolik

   • The symbology of the flag represents the nation's history.
   • Corporate logos rely on effective symbology to convey brand values.
   • The film's symbology was rich with hidden meanings.

   Synonymesymbolismsymbolization