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Meaning of ikon

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

ikon

noun

Definitions

  1. An image, symbol, picture, or other representation usually as an object of religious devotion.

    Synonyms:graven imageidol
  2. (especially Eastern Christianity) A type of religious painting portraying a saint or scene from Scripture, often done on wooden panels.

  3. (by extension) A person or thing that is the best example of a certain profession or some doing.

    Example: That man is an icon in the business; he personifies loyalty and good business sense.

  4. A small picture that represents something (such as an icon on a computer screen which when clicked performs some function.)