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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The snake symbolizes renewal and rebirth through its ability to shed its skin.—
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The Fire Horse is the seventh of 12 Chinese zodiac signs and symbolizes a bold, energetic spirit.—
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17 Feb. 2026
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“Objectifies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objectifies. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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