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To see the letter "A" in your dream represents the beginning of a new stage. You are moving on to something new and grand. Alternatively, the letter "A" invokes feelings of superiority and grandeur. It may indicate the name or initial of a person.

Abalone

To see or eat abalone in your dream indicates a transitional period in your life. The symbol may also be a play on words to indicate feelings of "loneliness".

Abandonment

To dream that you are abandoned suggests that it is time to leave behind past feelings and characteristics that are hindering your growth. Let go of your old attitudes. A more direct and literal interpretation of this dream indicates you have a fear of being deserted, abandoned, or even betrayed. It may stem from a  recent loss or a fear of losing a loved one. The fear of abandonment may manifest itself into your dream as part of the healing process and dealing with losing a loved one. It may also stem from unresolved feelings or problems from childhood. Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are feeling neglected or that your feelings are being overlooked. Perhaps the dream is a metaphor that you need to approach life with "reckless abandon" and live more freely. 

To abandon others in your dream suggests that you are overwhelmed by the problems and decisions in your life. 

Abbey

To see an abbey in your dream signifies spirituality peace of mind and freedom from anxiety. You are in a state of contentment and satisfaction. Help for you is always around the corner. 

To see an abbey in ruins indicates feelings of hopelessness. You have a tendency to not finish what you started.

Abbot

To see an abbot in your dream suggests that someone has power over you and are making you do things that you do not necessarily want to do. You are feeling confined or restricted. The dream indicates that you will experience many obstacles and setback before achieving success and prestige. 

Abbreviations

To see abbreviations in your dream may represent the initials of someone in your life. The abbreviations could stand for an organization or a common acronym or it may spell out some hidden message or advice. The dreaming mind likes to make use of puns, as well as shorthand messages. For example, "CD" could be a pun on a "seedy" situation. "AA" could stand for Alcoholics Anonymous and thus point to the dangers or your excesses and negative behaviors. "Inc" may represent an "inkling", hunch or suspicious you have about a situation.

Abdomen

To see your abdomen in a dream refers to your natural instincts and repressed emotions. There is something in your real life that you "cannot stomach" or have difficulties accepting. You need to get it out of your system. Alternatively, the dream symbol may be strictly physiological and you may just be experiencing constipation or indigestion. 

To dream that your abdomen is exposed represents issues you have with trust and feelings of vulnerability. You are expressing your primal emotions and instincts.

To dream that your abdomen is swollen indicates that some new project is in the works.

Abduction

To dream of being abducted indicates that you are being manipulated by your circumstances or by someone. You lack control of your own life.

To witness an abduction in your dream signifies feelings of helplessness. 

Abhorrence

To dream that you abhor a person represents your waking dislike for that person. You are harboring feelings of resentment or aggression and feel that this person has acted in a less than honorable way.

To dream that you are abhorred by others suggests that you may be forcing your views and opinions on others. You are rubbing others the wrong way.

Abnormal

To dream of some abnormality or of abnormal objects indicate that the problems that have been preoccupying your mind will soon be resolved. Note that anything appearing abnormal draws attention to that particular aspect. Something in your life may not be consistent with how you feel things should be. 

Abode

*Please See Home.

Abominable Snowman

*Please See Yeti.

Aborigine

To see an Aborigine in your dream represents both your untamed, natural self and your pure, innocent side. You need to be more in touch with your intuition and inner forces.  It also suggests that you are being overindulgent or overly emotional. You may be harming yourself and jeopardizing your well-being due to your unrestraint.

Abortion

To dream that you have an abortion suggests that you are hindering and blocking your own growth. You may be hesitant in pursuing a new direction in your life due to fear, pressure, personal conflict or moral obligation. The dream may also be a reflection of your own real-life abortion. And thus, serves as  a way of healing from the trauma and working towards self-acceptance. 

Alternatively, this dream may also be a message for you to take care and look after your health.

**See The Meaning In Action: "Boiling A Rabbit"

Above

To see something above you in your dream suggests that you need to set your goals higher. Aim high! Alternatively, the dream indicates that you are feeling inferior or inadequate.

Abraham Lincoln

To see Abraham Lincoln in your dream refers to your solid character and leadership ability. Known as "Honest Abe", the dream may also be telling you to be truthful or to come clean about something. 

Abroad

To dream of being or going abroad  indicates unbalance and chaos in your current situation and condition. Consequently, your dream may represent your need for a change in scenery or a desire to escape from a current situation. You need to make some drastic changes in your life. Alternatively,  the dream may suggest that you need to expand your horizons or experience a new sense of spirituality. 

Absence

To dream that someone is absent, especially if you expect to find them, suggests that you are looking for something that is already lost to you. Alternatively, you may be looking to fill a void in your life. Something is missing from your life. 

Abscess

To dream that you have an abscess suggests that there is something that you need to express and get out into the open.

*Please see Sores.

Abscond

To dream that you have absconded with something indicates your failed accomplishments. You may also be feeling insecure about your achievements. You feel that you are never good enough. Consider the significance or value of what you have absconded.

Absorb

To be absorbed in whatever you are doing suggests that you may be too focused on your own thing and risk alienating others around you. The dream may also be a metaphor that you need to integrate and adapt to your various surroundings.

Abstinence

To dream that you practice abstinence from drinking, sex  or any other sort of sensual temptation is a warning against being over confidant.  You need to take things more slowly.

Abundance

To dream of having an abundance of a certain item indicates that you need to conserve your resources and energies. 

Abuse

To dream you are abusing someone suggests that your past actions will come back to haunt you. You may be expressing some regret or remorse over your actions.

To dream you are being verbally or physically abused suggests that you are feeling victimized in  a waking situation. You are being taking advantage of.   Definitions by DreamMoods.com

Abyss

To dream of an abyss signifies an obstacle that is creating much anxiety for you. You need to work through the difficulty and overcome this obstacle in your life.  Perhaps you are afraid of  "taking the plunge".

To dream that you are falling into an abyss symbolizes the depths of your unconscious.  You are afraid and/or uncertain as to what you will discover about yourself and about your hidden feelings and fears. The abyss may also represent your primal fears and feelings of "falling into a pit of despair". Perhaps you are in a state of depression or wallowing in your negative feelings. Alternatively, the dream could denote your lack of spirituality. 

Acacia

To see an acacia tree in your dream symbolizes your attitudes with death and your sense of mortality.

Academy

To dream of an academy signifies new friendships and opportunities.

Accelerator

To see an accelerator in your dream indicates that you will achieve your goals through your own efforts. The dream may also be telling you to slow down.

To dream that the accelerator is jammed or broken indicates a loss of control in some aspect of your life. You maybe trying to rush through things. 

Accent

To speak with an accent in your dream suggests that you are having difficulties conveying your thoughts. Consider how you feel about the accent. If you feel the accent makes you stand out in a negative way, then it signifies feelings of insecurities. If the accent makes you stand out in a positive way, then it symbolizes an air of confidence. 

To hear someone speaking with an accent in your dream represents something familiar yet different. You are getting the gist of a message, but you still do not completely understand all of it.

Acceptance

To dream about acceptance indicates issues of self-esteem and measuring up to the expectations of others. There is a waking situation where you are seeking acceptance and wanting to be a part of. 

Accessory

To dream of accessorizing yourself suggests that you are feeling incomplete. Something is missing in your life.

Accident

To dream that you are in an accident signifies pent-up guilt in which you are sub-consciously punishing yourself over. Perhaps you have done something that you are not proud of. Alternatively, the accident may symbolize an error or mistake your have made. Accident dreams also represent your fears of being in an actual, physical accident. You may simply be nervous about getting behind the wheel or that the dream is trying to warn you of some accident.

To dream of a car accident symbolizes your emotional state. You may be harboring deep anxieties and fears. Are you "driving" yourself too hard? This dream may tell you to slow down before you hit disaster. You need to rethink or re-plan your course of actions and set yourself on a better path.

To dream that a loved one dies in an accident indicates that something within your own Self is no longer functional and is "dead". It is also symbolic of your own relationship with that person. Perhaps you need to let go of this relationship.

Accomplice

To dream that you are an accomplice to a crime suggests that someone in your waking life is having a negative influence on you. You may be experiencing feelings of guilt with something that you have done.

Accordion

To hear the music of an accordion signifies some saddening and depressing matter. You need to focus on more joyous moments.

To dream that you play the accordion denotes intense emotions that are causing physical strain to your body. You are feeling weary. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you need to work hard to achieve your goals

Accountant

To see or dream that you are an accountant represents your objectivity toward some situation. You are taking a step back and looking carefully at the facts. Interpretations by DreamMoods.com

Accounts

To dream about your bank accounts indicates financial worries.

Accuse

To dream that you are being accused of something indicates overwhelming feelings of guilt.  It may also mean that you are having some doubts about yourself and the choices you are making.

To dream that you accuse others signifies disagreements and dissension with those around you.

Ace

To see the ace in the deck of cards suggests ambiguity in your life. You need some clarity. In particular, the ace of hearts means that you are involved in some love affair. If you see the ace of spades in your dream, then it means that you are involved in a scandal. If you see the ace of diamonds, then it symbolizes your legacy or reputation. And if you see the ace of clubs, then it indicates that you will be involved in some legal matter.

Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor that you are an "ace". Or the dream is a pun on "acing" a test.

Aches

To dream that you have aches indicate some hesitation and reluctance in the pursuit of your goals. If you wait too long, then the opportunity may escape.

Achievement

To dream of an achievement denotes that you will be greatly satisfied with the outcome of a situation or project. The bigger the achievement, the greater the satisfaction.

Acid

To see acid in your dream represents feelings of hatred, rage, and/or revenge. Your integrity may be compromised or called into question.  Alternatively, seeing acid in your dream indicates that you are being manipulated by a situation or by someone. The dream may also be a metaphor to symbolize a negative influence in your life. Something or someone is eating away at you. 

To dream that you drink acid indicates that you are emotionally paralyzed and need to learn how to express yourself. 

Acne

Please See Pimples.

Acorn

To see an acorn in your dream symbolizes strength and durability. Seemingly small beginnings will have the greatest potential for growth. Don't underestimate your minor goals. Alternatively, the dream means that you are about to enter a new phase in your life. 

To dream that you are eating acorns or picking them from the ground suggests that you will enjoy the benefits of your success after long and hard work.

To dream that you are shaking acorns from a tree indicates that you have significant influence on others.

Acquaintance

To see an acquaintance in your dream represents aspects of yourself that you are still trying to get to know.

To dream that you are disputing with an acquaintance represents aspects of yourself that you are rejecting. You are refusing to accept certain things about yourself.

Acquit

To dream that you are acquitted of a crime represents a valuable lesson to be learned.

To see others acquitted in your dream indicates that you need to balance your hard work with fun and pleasure.

Acrobat

To see or do acrobats in your dream suggest that you need to better balance aspects of your life. It could also mean that fears will prevent you from achieving your goals. Alternatively, acrobatics in your dream may be a metaphor for sexual intercourse.

Acrylic Nails

If you are wearing fake fingernails in your dream then it suggest that you are reaching out to others, but do not have their best interest in mind. You may be acting in a disingenuous way.

Acting

To dream that you are acting indicates that you are putting up a front and pretending to be someone you are not in some waking situation.

Actor/Actress

To see an actor or actress in your dream represents your pursuit for pleasure. Your admiration of a particular celebrity may lead to a desire to have some of their physical or personality traits. Consider also who this actor/actress is and what characteristics you associate with him or her. These may be the same characteristics that you need to acknowledge or incorporate into yourself. The dream may also be a pun on his or her name. 

To dream that you are an actor denotes that your hard work and labor will be well worth it in the end. It also indicates your strong desires to be recognized and acknowledged. Perhaps you are putting too much emphasis on your outward appearances. Alternatively, the dream may be analogous to the role that you are playing in your real life, whether it be the role of a parent, sibling, co-worker, etc.  Or perhaps you are putting on an act or a facade.

To see a particular actor or actress in your dream look at the role they are playing. Even though you may not know them on a personal level, how you perceive them or the characters they play can provide understanding in how it relates to you. See also Celebrities. 

Acupuncture

To dream that you are getting acupuncture suggests that you are in need of healing. You may need to divert your energies to different pursuits. Alternatively, the dream may be a metaphor for a problem or issue that you need to pinpoint.

Adam And Eve

To see Adam and Eve in your dream,  suggests that you are ignoring the masculine aspect of yourself (if you are female) or the feminine aspect of yourself (if you are male). Adam and Eve are classic symbols of the animus and anima. Alternatively, the dream indicates an occurrence in your life that will cause you to lose your hopes and chances of success.

Adamant

To dream that you are adamant signifies that you will be thwarted in some desire that you held ever so highly in your life.

Adder

To see an adder in your dream symbolizes a sly or cunning person. This person cannot be trusted.  It may also represent something or someone who has slipped out of your hands. The dream may also be a pun on something that you need to add to your life.

Addict

To dream that you are an addict indicates that you are no longer in control of a situation. You have surrendered your power and denied responsibility for your actions. The dream is also representative of fear, low self-esteem issues, and insecurities.

Addiction

To dream that you have an addiction or become addicted represents an obsessive behavior.  A situation or a person may be trying to take over your sense of control. The dream also suggests that you have difficulty relating to the world around you. Definitions by dreemmoods.com

Addition

To dream that you are solving an addition problem represents something that is straightforward or obvious. Do not read too much into a problem. 

To dream that you cannot add correctly indicates confusion and chaos. A more directly interpretation suggests that something in your waking life does not add up.  

Address

To dream of your old address suggests that you need to take a look back at the past and learn from it. To dream of a new address indicates the need for change.

To dream that you are addressing an envelope represents your need to explore more possibilities. Weigh your options carefully before making a final decision. Alternatively, the dream suggests that you have found your direction in life and are ready to pursue your goals.

Adieu

*Please See Goodbye.

Admiral

To see or dream that you are an admiral represents your ability to tackle life's issues and problems with confidence and decisiveness. The admiral may also symbolize a father figure or authoritative person.

Admire

To dream that you are admiring someone indicates that you need to incorporate the qualities of that person into your Self. 

To dream that you are admiring yourself suggests that you are in need of approval and affirmation from others. Alternatively, it may mean that you have a large ego or think overly highly of yourself. 

Adobe

To see an adobe structure in your dream symbolizes protection. It also implies that you are well insulated from life's problems. Perhaps you are being too sheltered and are lacking experience in certain areas of your life. Alternatively, an adobe building represents tradition, hard work and a simple way of life. Maybe you need to incorporate these qualities into your waking life.

Adolescent

*Please see Teenager.

Adopted

To dream that you or others are adopting a child indicates that you are taking on something new and different. Ask yourself what is missing in your life that would make you happy.

To dream that you are adopted suggests that you are longing for the child within you.

Adulation

To dream that you seek adulation signifies that you will arrogantly step up to undeserved position of honor. Definitions by DreamMoods.com

To dream that you are offering adulation denotes that you are willing to part with something near and dear to you in the hopes of material advancement.

Adultery

To dream that you commit adultery or have an affair signifies your sexual urges and desires that are longing to be expressed. Alternatively, it indicates self-betrayal of your subconscious. You may find yourself entangled in a situation that is not in your best interest, perhaps even illegal. 

To dream that your mate, spouse, or significant other is cheating on you highlights your insecurities and your fears of being abandoned. You feel that you are being taken for granted. You are lacking attention in the relationship or that he or she is being less affectionate. Alternatively, you feel that you are not measuring up to the expectations of others.

Advancement

To dream that you are advancing in some situation signifies your rapid rise to success and honor.  Affairs of the heart will also be in your favor.

To see others advancing ahead of you denotes that others have more important and favorable positions. You need to stop constantly comparing yourself to others.

 

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