symbolus
Symbolus is a term used in various disciplines to denote a systematic framework for representing meaning through symbols. It is not a single, universally accepted theory but a family of approaches that emphasize inventories of signs, rules for combining signs, and interpretations of their meanings.
The term derives from the Latin symbolus, meaning symbol, and has been adopted in modern scholarly contexts
In practice, Symbolus refers to a framework composed of a canon or inventory of symbols, a syntax
Researchers use Symbolus-inspired models in semiotics, cognitive science, linguistics, information science, and computer science, especially for
Some projects treat traffic signs, mathematical notation, and emoji-like systems as instances of Symbolus-like frameworks.
The lack of formal consensus on definitions, scope, and evaluation limits cross-disciplinary comparability, and some critics
Related topics include semiotics, symbolism, and notation theory.