👉 Iconolatry is a term used in the field of linguistics and philosophy to describe a way of expressing ideas or concepts through symbols, images, or sounds. It can refer to both abstract symbols and concrete objects that represent ideas or concepts. In linguistics, iconolatry refers to the use of abstract symbols (such as letters, numbers, or words) in a particular context to convey meaning. For example, a person may use an iconolatry metaphor to describe their feelings