symbolism

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a system of symbols and symbolic representations
is derived from
is a type of (narrower)
an arbitrary sign (written or printed) that has acquired a conventional significance
the practice of investing things with symbolic meaning
is derived from
is derived from
an artistic movement in the late 19th century that tried to express abstract or mystical ideas through the symbolic use of images
is derived from
is a type of (narrower)
a group of artists who agree on general principles