symbolise

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия представления или обозначения чего-либо, часто идеи или качества, с помощью символа.

A verb used to indicate the act of representing or standing for something, often an idea or quality, through a symbol.

1. Represent by a symbolB2formal

   To use a symbol to represent or identify something.

   Символизировать

   • The dove symbolises peace in many cultures.
   • In the diagram, a circle symbolises the sun.
   • The flag symbolises the unity of the nation.

   Синонимыbetokendenoteembodyrepresentsignifystand fortypify

2. Express indirectlyB2formal

   To be a symbol of something; to represent an idea or quality through an image, form, or model.

   Символизировать

   • The lion symbolises courage and strength.
   • In the novel, the storm symbolises the protagonist's inner turmoil.
   • The colour white often symbolises purity and innocence.

   Синонимыbetokenconnotedenoteembodyepitomizeimplyrepresentsignifystand fortypify