adjective
relating to or representing something in a symbolic way; serving as a symbol
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The use of a white dove as a symbolic representation of peace is a common motif in literature.
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Wearing a wedding ring is often seen as a symbolic gesture of commitment.
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Getting a matching tattoo with your best friend can be a symbolic way to show your bond.
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The crumbling statue was seen as a symbolic representation of the city's decline.