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[ ˈaɪkɒnz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

on websites

Small graphical symbols used to represent an action, object, or idea. Icons are commonly used in user interfaces to enhance usability and provide visual cues.

Synonyms

image, representation, symbol

Examples of usage

  • Click on the shopping cart icon to view your cart.
  • The magnifying glass icon is used for search functionality on most websites.

Translations

Translations of the word "icons" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ícones

🇮🇳 चिह्न

🇩🇪 Symbole

🇮🇩 ikon

🇺🇦 іконки

🇵🇱 ikony

🇯🇵 アイコン

🇫🇷 icônes

🇪🇸 iconos

🇹🇷 ikonlar

🇰🇷 아이콘

🇸🇦 رموز

🇨🇿 ikony

🇸🇰 ikony

🇨🇳 图标

🇸🇮 ikone

🇮🇸 tákn

🇰🇿 белгілер

🇬🇪 ხატები

🇦🇿 ikonlar

🇲🇽 iconos

Etymology

The term 'icons' originated from the Greek word 'eikōn', meaning 'image' or 'resemblance'. Icons have been used throughout history in religious art and were later adapted for use in digital interfaces in the late 20th century.

See also: icon, iconic, iconoclast, iconography, iconolatry, laconicism.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,619, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.