symbolism

1. N-UNCOUNT Symbolism is the use of symbols in order to represent something. 象征手法

The scene is so rich in symbolism that any explanation risks spoiling the effect. 這個場景的象征手法非常豐富，任何解釋都可能破壞其傚果。

2. N-UNCOUNT You can refer to the symbolism of an event or action when it seems to show something important about a situation. 象征意義

The symbolism of every gesture will be of vital importance during the short state visit. 這次短暫的國事訪問中的一擧一動都有極其重要的象征意義。