The Open Dictionary

symbol

noun

UK/ˈsɪm.bᵊl/
US/ˈsɪm.bᵊl/

Definitions of symbol noun

  1. B2Countable(可數名詞)

    a mark, shape, or object that is used to represent something else

    標誌；象徵

    • A dove is a symbol of peace.

      鴿子是和平的象徵。

    • The cross is a symbol of Christianity.

      十字架是基督教的象徵。

    • The crown is a symbol of power.

      皇冠是權力的象徵。

  2. Countable(可數名詞)

    something that is used to represent a quality or idea

    （某種特質或概念的）代表；象徵

    • White is often used as a symbol of purity.

      白色經常被用作純潔的象徵。

    • The rose is a symbol of love and romance.

      玫瑰是愛情和浪漫的象徵。

    • The lion is considered a symbol of courage.

      獅子被認為是勇氣的象徵。

  3. Countable(可數名詞)

    a character, letter, or sign used in mathematics, music, science, etc.

    符號；代號；記號

    • In mathematics, π is the symbol for pi.

      在數學中，π是圓周率的符號。

    • In music, ♭ is the symbol for a flat note.

      在音樂中，♭是降音的符號。

    • Each element in the periodic table has its own unique symbol.

      週期表中的每個元素都有其獨特的符號。

  4. Countable(可數名詞)

    an object that represents something else because it is connected with it in many people's minds

    象徵；代表

    • Diamonds are often seen as a symbol of wealth and luxury.

      鑽石常被視為財富和奢華的象徵。

    • A white wedding dress is a symbol of purity and new beginnings.

      白色婚紗是純潔和新開始的象徵。

    • The five rings of the Olympics are a symbol of global unity.

      奧運的五環是全球團結的象徵。