icon
noun
a picture or symbol that appears on a screen and is used to represent a file, account, application, etc..
icons
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pluralof icon.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, there is no shortage of films and shows about male sports icons and legendary men’s team.
From Salon ● Aug. 7, 2026
Mr. Burnham likes to channel that sensibility, citing the rock icons as influences and projecting a modern sartorial everyman look; eschewing the shirt and tie for a crew neck T-shirt under a sharp suit.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
Flags draped over the railings, while one striking banner portrayed Messi alongside Diego Maradona as saint-like figures, reflecting the status which so many supporters regard their greatest footballing icons.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
The exhibit serves as a perfect canvas to include even more movie icons.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
Seconds later, the desktop appeared with icons for math, science, French—every subject—ready for access.
From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz
