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Definition symbolic in British English

symbolic adjective

adjective
/sɪmˈbɒlɪk/
1

representing something important

Example

This meeting has great symbolic importance for the people of Ireland.

Example

It was highly symbolic that she named her son after our father.

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2

used or considered as a symbol

Example

The wedding rings are symbolic of their love.

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Example

symbolic paintings

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Definition symbolic in British English