hammer and sickle
The 'hammer and sickle' is an iconic symbol of communism, representing the unity of industrial and agricultural workers, prominently used by the Soviet Union.
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Definition
B2Political Symbolism
(historical)An emblem featuring a crossed hammer and sickle, symbolizing the unity of industrial and agricultural workers.
Example
- The hammer and sickle became a global symbol of communism in the 20th century.
B2Political Ideology
(metonymic)A representation of communism or socialist ideologies.
Example
- Many people associate the hammer and sickle with the policies of the Soviet Union.
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