Symbol
noun, verbal noun, の adjective
A phenomenon of some kind that's an indication of something else is a symbol.
This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.
実はこの題名には、象徴的な意味があります。
In fact, this title has a symbolic meaning.
この絵のベーコンは何かを象徴しているんですか？
Does the bacon in this picture symbolize something?
鳩は世界共通の平和の象徴だ。
The dove is a worldwide symbol of peace.