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
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The Stanley logo appears on the front and bottom of the mug. Michelle Chapman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024 Taco Bell The logo for Taco Bell is seen on the sign outside of the fast food restaurant. Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2024 One sleeve is adorned with the classic Moncler logo, while a drawcord hood, zippered front pockets, and an adjustable hem add to the appeal of this layerable piece. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Dec. 2024 Then, as the game clock ticked closer to zero, Young dribbled the clock out, blew in his hand and rolled imaginary die on the massive Knicks’ midcourse logo. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 12 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for logo 

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 18 Dec. 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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