a·sym·bo·li·a

(ā-sim-bō'lē-ă),

A form of aphasia in which the significance of signs and symbols is not appreciated. Synonym(s): sight blindness

[G. a- priv. + symbolon, an outward sign]

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a·sym·bo·li·a

(ā-sim-bō'lē-ă)

A form of aphasia in which the significance of signs and symbols is not appreciated.
Synonym(s): asemasia, asemia.

[G. a- priv. + symbolon, an outward sign]

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

asymbolia

A form of APHASIA in which there is inability to interpret or use symbols such as words, gestures, numbers, diagrams, musical notation or any form of writing. See APHASIA.

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