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Dictionary of Symbols
- Letter L - List of
Terms
A useful and comprehensive dictionary of symbols.
The following are just a selection of the thousands of symbols used
throughout the world. Depending on whether you religious or not, certain
symbols will have a deep significance to you.
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Dictionary of
Symbols - L |
Dictionary of
Symbols Meaning |
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Laburnum Tree |
A sign of
delight and the fulfilment of a cherished hope, probably
occurring in the spring |
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Ladder |
The ladder signifies
advancement, influential friends, and the attainment of good
fortune |
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Ladybird |
The Ladybird is
a symbol of good luck and is often nicknamed the 'bird of
our Lady' because of its ability to remove pests from plants |
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Laurel |
The laurel tree
is symbolic of power, ability and health |
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Leopard |
The leopard
symbolises triumph over adverse circumstances or an evil
report; two leopards are symbolic of fortune and misfortune following each
other in quick succession |
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Lilac |
Lilac is an
emblem of radiant happiness; joys shared with another, with
whom there is perfect oneness of purpose and love |
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Lily-of-the-Valley |
Lily of the
Valley is symbolic of realisation of love, and marriage |
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Lion |
One of the most
fortunate symbols the lion indicated high hopes and excellent
prospects, and is associated with distinguished persons, honour,
and fame |
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Lizard |
The lizard symbolises
treachery and the probability of a plot being laid against
you by false and deceitful friends |
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Lobster |
A pleasant
event, or a good present, is shown by this symbol. In China,
the lobster is symbolic of long life and it is often
featured on New Year presents as a symbol of congratulations |
Dictionary of Symbols
- Facts
Dictionary of Symbols Facts....Did you know...
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Symbols Dictionary
- Fact One |
The Leek has
several meanings. It is symbolic of winning and offer
protection from wounds. It is also the emblem of Wales
and this humble vegetable has even appeared on the one
pound coin in the United Kingdom |
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- 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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- Fact Three |
Symbols,
Signs and Abbreviations have been used for centuries and
the use of signs and abbreviations are as old as the use
of alphabets! |
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- 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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- Fact Five |
The study of
symbols and signs is called symbology! |
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- Fact Six |
The @ or
'at' sign on the keyboard is one of the most popular and
familiar modern symbols! |
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- Fact Seven |
A symbol can
be as simple as a single character or a number |
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- Fact Eight |
Many symbols
have deep religious and spiritual significance such as
the fish, the secret Christian sign |
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- Fact Nine |
Each day we
see thousands of different symbols from road signs to
keyboard symbols! |
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- Fact Ten |
Pictograms,
Ideograms, Trademarks, Hallmarks, Logos, Monograms, Coat
of Arms, Abbreviations and Phonograms are all examples
of symbols! |
Dictionary of Symbols - Tattoos
Symbols 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
in the symbol dictionary and check out the
meaning and symbolism of each one.
Dictionary of Symbols
beginning with the letter L
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