象征xiàngzhēng 1.用具体的事物表现某种特殊意义{symbolize; signify; stand for; represent or express some special meaning using a specific thing}: 火炬～光明。{The torch symbolizes light.} 2.用来象征某种特别意义的具体事物{symbol; token; emblem; icon; specific thing used to symbolize some special meaning}: 火炬是光明的～。{The torch is a symbol of light.}