Question

A__ is an object, person, or animal that represent something beyond itself

Answer 1

Answer:

A Symbolism is an object, person, or animal that represent something beyond itself

Explanation:

Symbolism is simply a concept that makes use of object or person or anything to depict an abstract idea. It is used by almost everyone in their day to day life. Authors makes use of symbolism to depict the idea of his story, artist makes use of symbolism to change the mood of a person.

For example : Dove (bird) symbolizes peace and motherhood. Dog is often depicted as loyal thus symbolizing loyalty. Similarly rose is a symbol of love and romance. Our great Mahatma Gandhi’s personality symbolizes non violence.

In this way, symbolism is something or anything which represents things beyond its actual meaning.