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Symbolize Definition & Meaning

symbolize
verb
  1. express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol; "What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?"
  2. represent or identify by using a symbol; use symbols; "The poet symbolizes love in this poem"; "These painters believed that artists should symbolize"

"Symbolize" in song lyrics

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  • "Pure like virgin Mary is what my chain symbolize"
    Sean Slaughter — P.T.L. (Praise the Lord)
  • "what do planets symbolize"
    AOL — AOL
  • "pink roses symbolize"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "symbolize"

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Frequently asked questions

What does symbolize mean?
express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol; "What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?" represent or identify by using a symbol; use symbols; "The poet symbolizes love in this poem"; "These painters believed that artists should symbolize"
What part of speech is symbolize?
Symbolize is a verb.
How many definitions does symbolize have?
Symbolize has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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