pictogram

UK
/ˈpɪktəɡræm/
US
/ˈpɪktəˌɡræm/

Translations

pictogramnoun
pictograms
pl
UK
/ˈpɪktəɡræm/
US
/ˈpɪktəˌɡræm/
The emergency exit is marked with a green pictogram.
Аварийный выход обозначен зеленой пиктограммой.
pictogramadjective
UK
/ˈpɪk.tə.ɡræm/
US
/ˈpɪk.təˌɡræm/
Used attributively to modify another noun, meaning ‘relating to or consisting of pictograms’; treated as a relational adjective.

Definitions

pictogramnoun
A pictorial symbol or sign representing an object or concept.
The restroom door had a pictogram of a man and a woman to indicate the facilities.
A graphic character used in writing systems to convey meaning through its resemblance to a physical object.
Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs often included pictograms to represent words or sounds.
An icon or graphic image, especially on a computer screen or mobile device, that represents a program, file, or function.
Tap the pictogram of the camera to open the photo app.
pictogramadjective
Relating to, consisting of, or employing pictograms.
The airport uses a pictogram signage system to guide international travelers.