symbolic
[ sim-bol-ik ]
/ sɪmˈbɒl ɪk /
adjective
serving as a symbol of something (often followed by of).
of, relating to, or expressed by a symbol.
characterized by or involving the use of symbols: a highly symbolic poem.
(in semantics, especially formerly) pertaining to a class of words that express only relations.
Compare notional(def 7).
Computers.
expressed in characters, usually nonnumeric, that require translation before they can be used (opposed to absolute).
Sometimes
sym·bol·i·cal
(for defs 1–4).
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symbolic
symbolical
/ (sɪmˈbɒlɪk) /
adjective
of or relating to a symbol or symbols
serving as a symbol
characterized by the use of symbols or symbolism