Iconography Definition

iconography
noun
  1. the images and symbolic representations that are traditionally associated with a person or a subject; "religious iconography"; "the propagandistic iconography of a despot"

"Iconography" in song lyrics

See how iconography is used in real songs:

  • "st anthony iconography"
    AOL — AOL
  • "saint catherine iconography"
    AOL — AOL
  • "saint john the baptist iconography"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "iconography"

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