ideography

ide·og·ra·phy | \ ˌi-dē-ˈä-grə-fē

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Definition of ideography

1 : the use of ideograms

2 : the representation of ideas by graphic symbols

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Recent Examples on the Web Only male aristocrats had the leisure, means and authority to learn and use Chinese ideography. — Christopher Knight, latimes.com, "Review: LACMA’s ‘Art of Korean Writing’ reveals the brilliance in each brushstroke," 29 June 2019

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“Ideography.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ideography. Accessed 2 Jun. 2020.

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