Dictionary

1. (

• typify ,
• epitomize ,
• epitomise

) embody the essential characteristics of or be a typical example of; "The fugue typifies Bach's style of composition" ;

2. (

• typify ,
• symbolize ,
• symbolise ,
• stand_for ,
• represent ,

) express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol; "What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?" ;