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What is anything that stands for or represents something else called?

Anything that stands for or represents something else is called a symbol.

Here are some examples:

* A flag: Represents a country or nation.

* A heart: Represents love, affection, or compassion.

* A dove: Represents peace.

* A skull and crossbones: Represents danger or poison.

* A dollar sign: Represents money or wealth.

Symbols can be objects, images, words, gestures, or even sounds. They can have a variety of meanings, depending on the culture and context.

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