icon (EN)

noun

noun “icon”

1. a small picture on a computer or phone screen that represents a program, function, or file
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   To open the program, simply double-click on the desktop icon.
2. a religious image or representation used for worship or devotion
   Many people in the church bowed in respect before the icon of the saint.
3. a religious painting, especially in Eastern Christianity, depicting a saint or biblical scene, often on wood
   The church's walls were adorned with icons of the Virgin Mary and various saints, each meticulously painted on wooden panels.
4. a person or thing regarded as the best example or representation in a particular field or activity
   Beyoncé is an icon in the music industry, known for her incredible voice and groundbreaking performances.
5. an image used on the internet to represent a user, such as an avatar or profile picture
   She changed her icon on the forum to a picture of her new puppy.