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noun \ˈlō-(ˌ)gō also ˈlä-\

Definition of logo

plural

logos

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  1. 1 :  logotype 1

  2. 2 :  an identifying symbol (as for use in advertising)

  3. 3 :  an identifying statement :  motto

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Examples of logo in a Sentence

  1. the company's logo is instantly recognizable all over the world

First Known Use of logo

1937

logo Synonyms

Synonyms
ensign, hallmark, impresa, emblem, symbol, totem, trademark
Related Words
attribute, icon (also ikon), pictograph; logogram, logograph; badge, coat of arms, cognizance, crest, insignia, monogram; colophon, stamp, token

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noun Lo·go \ˈlō-(ˌ)gō\

Definition of Logo

  1. :  a computer programming language (see language 1b(5)) that employs simple English commands and is used especially for introducing school children to computers

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Origin and Etymology of logo

modification of Greek logos word

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adware, flash, kludge, phishing, recursive, router

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Definition of logo-

  1. — see log-

LOGO Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of logo for English Language Learners

  • : a symbol that is used to identify a company and that appears on its products

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  1. Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for logo Spanish Central: Translation of logo Nglish: Translation of logo for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of logo for Arabic speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about logo

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