logo

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noun (1)

ˈlō-(ˌ)gō How to pronounce logo (audio)
 also  ˈlä-
plural logos ˈlō-(ˌ)gōz How to pronounce logo (audio)
 also  ˈlä-
1
2
: an identifying symbol (as for use in advertising)
3
: an identifying statement : motto

Logo

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noun (2)

Lo·​go ˈlō-(ˌ)gō How to pronounce Logo (audio)
: a computer programming language (see language sense 1b(5)) that employs simple English commands and is used especially for introducing school children to computers

logo-

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combining form

see log-

Examples of logo in a Sentence

Noun (1) the company's logo is instantly recognizable all over the world
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
In the last year especially, the wreath has become one of the most recognizable, ubiquitous and now widely bootlegged logos in streetwear. Jon Caramanica, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2024 In a sweet gesture, Ann and Nancy gifted the host with a custom leather jacket emblazoned with their tour logo. Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2024 Harper throws on a pair of shades and an over-sized chain necklace with the KC Current’s red and teal logo. Katie Moore, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024 An envelope nestled behind the product featured her name in swooping calligraphy, much like the American Riviera Orchard logo on the jars itself. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 19 Apr. 2024 The very prominent Graco logo on the front of the crib isn’t exactly the most aesthetic feature ever. Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 19 Apr. 2024 His son has one with his name and the logos of the Argentine national team, Inter Miami and Racing, his favorite Argentine club. Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 19 Apr. 2024 The claim: Communist Party USA endorsed Biden for president An April 14 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) claims President Joe Biden, a Democrat, has won the support of another political party – one with a hammer and sickle logo. Joedy McCreary, USA TODAY, 19 Apr. 2024 Google logo on building exterior, Chelsea, New York City, New York. Caroline Haskins, WIRED, 17 Apr. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Noun (2)

modification of Greek logos word

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1972, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of logo was in 1937

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Cite this Entry

“Logo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/logo. Accessed 10 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

logo

1 of 2 noun
ˈlō-gō How to pronounce logo (audio)
ˈlȯg-ō,
ˈläg-
plural logos -gōz How to pronounce logo (audio)
-ōz
: an identifying symbol or motto
a company logo

Logo

2 of 2 noun
Lo·​go ˈlō-gō How to pronounce Logo (audio)
: a simplified language for programming and communicating with a computer that uses drawing on a display screen as a tool for teaching programming principles

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