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pictogram

American  
[pik-tuh-gram] / ˈpɪk təˌgræm /

noun

  1. pictograph.

pictogram British  
/ ˈpɪktəˌɡræm /

noun

  1. another word for pictograph

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Etymology

Origin of pictogram

First recorded in 1960–65; from Latin pict ( us ) “painted” ( see picture) + -o- + -gram 1

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The Eastfield Pictogram at Alton Barnes near Devizes was first spotted in July 1990 and led to a new era of interest in studies of the formations.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2015

Pictogram sports banners $75-$300 2. 20-ft. music-man puppet* $100 3.

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