Asymbol represents both itself and something else. true or false

TRUE

Explanation:

    The term symbol, originating in the Greek (sýmbolon), designates a representative element that is (visible reality) rather than something (invisible reality) that can be either an object or a concept or idea, a certain quantity or quality. The "symbol" is an essential element in the communication process, being widespread in everyday life and in the most varied aspects of human knowledge. Although there are symbols that are internationally recognized, others are only understood within a particular group or context (religious, cultural, etc.) It intensifies the relationship with the transcendent.

    The symbol can also be a word or image that designates another object or quality by having a similarity relationship with them.