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Symbol

/sˈɪmbəl/
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(noun) A character or glyph representing an idea, concept or object.

The lion is often used as a symbol of courage.
The whiteness of the lily is a symbol of purity.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The dove is a universally recognized ____ of peace and hope in many different cultures around the entire world today.

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