| Symbolic reference: Symbolic reference is the use of a symbol to represent something else. The symbol can be anything, such as a word, image, or sound. Symbolic reference is a key feature of human language and thought. It allows us to talk about things that are abstract or not physically present. See also Reference, Symbols, Signs, Signals, Communication, Understanding, Information, Learning, Symbolic reference, Symbolic representation, Meaning._____________Annotation: The above characterizations of concepts are neither definitions nor exhausting presentations of problems related to them. Instead, they are intended to give a short introduction to the contributions below. – Lexicon of Arguments. |
