Meaning & use
Symbolise
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To represent or stand for something else, especially an idea or quality; British spelling of 'symbolize.'
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The white dove is often said to symbolise peace and hope.
For the family, the old oak tree symbolises generations of history on the farm.
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'Symbolise' is the standard British and Commonwealth spelling, while 'symbolize' is preferred in American English.
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