as in symbolizes
disapproving
to treat (someone) as an object rather than as a person
She says beauty pageants objectify women.
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Beyond that, what's happening at First Baptist may be a model of the hope and rebirth that Christmas symbolizes for Christians.—
Sophie Carson,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024 -
Upon my arrival, I was embraced by the soothing sounds of nature and greeted with a traditional blessing of holy water and a sprinkle of rice on my forehead, which symbolizes prosperity and well-being.—
Megan Murphy,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Dec. 2024
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“Objectifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objectifies. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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