A concept that stands for or suggests something else by reason of its relationship, association, convention, or resemblance. The symbolism may be mental or a visible sign or representation. (From Webster, 3d ed)

Annotation

symbolism in art, music, literature, etc. goes here; graphic symbols go in a variety of places where pertinent (EMBLEMS AND INSIGNIA; LANGUAGE; COMMUNICATION; WRITING; etc.); coordinate with the object or concept symbolized

DUI

D013561 MeSH Browser

CUI

M0020940

History note

96; was SYMBOLISM (PSYCHOLOGY) 1979-95; was heading 1963-78

Public note

96; was SYMBOLISM (PSYCHOLOGY) 1979-95; was heading 1963-78