icon

[ˈaɪkɒn]

icon Definition

  • 1a symbol or graphic representation on a screen of a program, option, or window
  • 2a person or thing regarded as a representative symbol of something

Using icon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "icon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Click on the icon to open the application.

  • Example

    The Eiffel Tower is an icon of Paris.

  • Example

    Elvis Presley is an icon of rock and roll music.

icon Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with icon

  • a person or artifact that is recognized by members of a culture or sub-culture as representing some aspect of cultural identity

    Example

    The Beatles are considered a cultural icon of the 1960s.

  • a person who is widely admired for their fashion sense and serves as a model for others to follow

    Example

    Audrey Hepburn is an icon of style and elegance.

  • a person or event that represents the values and principles of democracy

    Example

    Nelson Mandela is an icon of democracy and freedom.

Origins of icon

from Greek 'eikōn', meaning 'likeness, image'

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Summary: icon in Brief

The term 'icon' [ˈaɪkɒn] refers to a symbol or graphic representation on a screen, such as an application or window. It can also refer to a person or thing that represents a larger concept, such as Elvis Presley as an icon of rock and roll music. 'Icon' extends into phrases like 'cultural icon,' which represents a cultural identity, and 'icon of style,' which represents a fashion sense.

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