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logo

noun (1)
\ ˈlƍ-(ˌ)gƍ also ˈlĂ€- How to pronounce logo (audio) \
plural logos\ ˈlƍ-​(ˌ)gƍz How to pronounce logos (audio) also  ˈlĂ€-​ \

Definition of logo

 (Entry 1 of 3)

2 : an identifying symbol (as for use in advertising)
3 : an identifying statement : motto

Logo

noun (2)
Lo·​go | \ ˈlƍ-(ˌ)gƍ How to pronounce Logo (audio) \

Definition of Logo (Entry 2 of 3)

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

Definition of logo- (Entry 3 of 3)

— see log-

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Synonyms for logo

Synonyms: Noun (1)

emblem, ensign, hallmark, impresa, symbol, totem, trademark

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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

Participant’s previous logo was essentially just its name in a simple lower-case font. Ryan Faughnder, Los Angeles Times, "‘Green Book’ and ‘Roma’ producer Participant gets a makeover as it rides ‘conscious consumer’ wave," 6 Sep. 2019 The new helmet-less Dolphins logo was part of a 2013 rebrand that coincided with a massive renovation of the team's stadium. Jim Reineking, USA TODAY, "NFL's worst-ever uniforms, from Color Rush and throwbacks to regrettable rebrandings," 2 Sep. 2019 The new logo is now visible in signage in and around the building, and on most the synagogue’s marketing materials. cleveland.com, "University Heights Fall Fest set for Oct. 6; Democracy Day is Sept. 9 in Shaker Heights; more: Press Run," 30 Aug. 2019 On the Spurs lotería deck, each team logo is different, with only a few going for the obvious. Richard A. Marini, ExpressNews.com, "San Antonio Spurs deal season schedule via lotería cards," 28 Aug. 2019 The Marianne 2020 logo is as pink as a glass of Zinfandel. Emily Witt, The New Yorker, "Marianne Williamson Wants Politics to Enter the New Age," 14 Aug. 2019 The Longhorn logo has been the pride of Payson High School and its sports teams for decades. Richard Obert, azcentral, "Payson High School removes logo after University of Texas complaint," 12 Aug. 2019 USA Gymnastics' logo is prominent on banners that encircle the competition floor - as difficult to ignore as the absence of signage of corporate sponsors that defected in the wake of the Nassar scandal. Anchorage Daily News, "Simon Biles blasts USA Gymnastics: ‘You had one job . . . and you couldn’t protect us!’," 7 Aug. 2019 No, the noise won’t get to a team whose logo is a horseshoe but could be a pair of earmuffs. Gregg Doyel, Indianapolis Star, "Doyel: This Colts team is good. To pretend otherwise is ridiculous. But don't expect it to go to their heads," 24 July 2019

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First Known Use of logo

Noun (1)

1937, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1972, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for logo

Noun (2)

modification of Greek logos word

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English Language Learners Definition of logo

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

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