ídolo — meaning in English
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English meaning
Senses
ídolo is used for these senses in English:
- eidolon An image or representation of an idea; a representation of an ideal form; an apparition of some actual or imaginary entity, or of some aspect of reality.
- god An idol.
- icon (religion, especially, Eastern Christianity) A type of religious painting portraying a saint or scene from Scripture, often done on wooden panels.
- idol A graven image or representation of anything that is revered, or believed to convey spiritual power.
- idol A cultural icon, or especially popular person.
god — full definition
- noun A supernatural being worshipped as having power over nature or human affairs.
- name In monotheistic religions, the single supreme being and creator.
- noun Informal: someone treated as supremely important, skilled, or admired.
icon — full definition
- noun A small picture or symbol on a screen that represents a program, file, or action.
- noun A person or thing so famous and admired that it comes to represent a whole category or era.
- noun A religious painting, typically of a saint or holy figure, especially in Eastern Orthodox tradition.