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Dictionary of Signs
- List of
Terms
Symbols have the ability and power to affect our life in silence. We
do not have to read or listen to understand the message that is
portrayed by symbols. To see a countries flag outside an embassy
building immediately tells us where we are. A red road sign
indicates that we must be cautious as it is warning us of an
imminent problem. A green traffic light tells us that it is safe to
move on whether we are in London, New York or Sydney!
The following are just a selection of the thousands of symbols
and signs used
throughout the world. Depending on whether you religious or not, certain
symbols will have a deep significance to you.
Dictionary of Symbols
- Facts
Symbols and signs can mean different things to different people. A
black cat for example is considered good luck in Japan whereas most
European countries consider a black cat to be a sign of impending bad
luck. Depending on the cultural context, a symbol might have several
different meanings. It is therefore important to consider the culture
and religion of a person when trying to establish the symbolism of a
particular item, animal, bird, colour, flower or tree!
Did you know...
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Dictionary - Fact One |
The meaning
of the word 'symbol' is 'to throw together'. It is derived from the
ancient Greek word 'symballein' |
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Dictionary - Fact Two |
The use of
Signs and Symbols is a great way of saying something
quickly, they are a universal language and understood no
matter what language or dialect spoken |
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Dictionary - Fact Three |
Symbols,
Signs and Abbreviations have been used for centuries,
even the Vikings used
symbols! The use of signs and abbreviations are as old as the use
of alphabets! |
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Dictionary - Fact Four |
A sign can
be described as an indicator, a clue, hint, reminder,
gesture or a cue. A sign used by a brand is known as a
trademark. Signs refer to objects in a more literal way,
such as pointing something out or standing for something |
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Dictionary - Fact Five |
The study of
symbols and signs is called symbology! |
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Dictionary - Fact Six |
The @ or
'at' sign on the keyboard is one of the most popular and
familiar modern symbols! |
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Dictionary - Fact Seven |
A symbol can
be as simple as a single character or a number |
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Dictionary - Fact Eight |
Many symbols
have deep religious and spiritual significance such as
the fish, the secret Christian sign |
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Dictionary -
Fact Nine |
Each day we
see thousands of different symbols from road signs to
keyboard symbols! |
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Dictionary - Fact Ten |
Pictograms,
Ideograms, Trademarks, Hallmarks, Logos, Monograms,
Abbreviations, Coat
of Arms, Abbreviations and Phonograms are all examples
of symbols! |
Dictionary of Signs - Tattoos
Symbols and
signs are a
great choice for tattoos. Looking for inspiration for a unique tattoo
design? Why not choose a symbol or incorporate a selection of
symbols
into your own unique design? Browse through our selection of images and check out the
meaning of each one.
Dictionary of Signs
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