symbol

• Nom désignant un signe, un symbole ou un objet qui représente, signifie ou évoque une idée, un processus ou une entité physique ; également, caractère ou figure conventionnelle utilisé dans un système d'écriture, de notation ou de représentation.

A noun referring to a mark, sign, or object that represents, stands for, or suggests an idea, process, or physical entity.

1. Representation of an ideaB1formal

   A thing that represents or stands for something else, especially a material object representing something abstract.

   symbole

   • The dove is a symbol of peace.
   • The cross is a symbol of Christianity.
   • The color red is often used as a symbol of love or danger.

   Synonymesbadgeemblemfigureiconimagelogomarkrepresentationsigntoken

2. Written characterA2formal

   A mark or character used as a conventional representation of an object, function, or process.

   Symbole écrit

   • The symbol for addition is a plus sign (+).
   • The chemical symbol for water is H2O.
   • The @ symbol is used in email addresses.

   Synonymescharacterfigureglyphlettermarksign

3. Emblem or badgeB1formal

   A design or emblem used as a distinctive mark of an organization, nation, or group.

   Emblème ou insigne

   • The eagle is a national symbol of the United States.
   • The company's logo is a symbol of its brand identity.
   • The Olympic rings are a symbol of unity among nations.

   Synonymesbadgecrestdeviceembleminsignialogomarksealsigntoken