Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
icon
Noun
/ˈaɪ.kɒn/
Definition
An icon is a symbol or graphic representation that stands for an object or concept.
Examples
- The app features a simple icon that is easy to recognize.
- She became an icon of fashion in the 90s.
- The icon on the screen indicates that the computer is processing.
Meaning
In a broader context, an icon can refer to a person or thing regarded as a representative symbol or as worthy of veneration.
Synonyms
- symbol
- emblem
- representation
- figure
- idol
