symbolicform
nounUK /sɪmˈbɒlɪk fɔːm/
US /sɪmˈbɑːlɪk fɔːrm/
A symbolic form is a way of showing an idea using signs or pictures instead of plain words.
The artist used a dove as a symbolic form of peace.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. In math and logic, a symbolic form is an expression written with letters and signs rather than numbers.
The equation x + 2 = 5 is a symbolic form of a simple problem.
3. In philosophy, a symbolic form is a way humans create meaning, such as through language, art, or myth.
Language is one of the most important symbolic forms people use to share ideas.
4. In computing, a symbolic form is a way of writing code or data using names instead of raw values.
The program stored the address in a symbolic form so it was easier to read.