Unit 3 Vocabulary

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symbol

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A shape, sign, or object that represents something

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represent

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To stand for or symbolize something

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significant

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Important or meaningful

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abstract

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Not clear or realistic; based on ideas rather than things

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universal

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Found or understood everywhere

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indicate

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To show or point out

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diagram

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A simple drawing showing parts or steps

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message

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The idea or meaning a person or symbol communicates

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appropriate

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Suitable or correct for a situation

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document (v.)

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To record and describe something in writing or visuals