symbolize

/sˈɪmbəlˌaɪz/

/ˈsɪmbəˌɫaɪz/

to symbolize

MAIN VERB

express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol

synonyms : represent

represent or identify by using a symbol; use symbols

synonyms : symbolise

Examples

1. He gifted her a bouquet of lavender flowers, symbolizing love and tranquility.

2. This hat conventionally symbolizes the chef's position of authority in the context of a restaurant kitchen.

3. The President's wreath symbolizes the memorial tribute of a nation at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

4. , the Avrocar symbolizes the culmination of the second stage of an extensive program of research in the field of disc flight.