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

2 of 3

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
The actor also offered first-look photos of the new show and its official logo. Asia Moore, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2024 Other changes will include a new logo with the name written in a vintage-style text and new menu items, such as a signature (and secret) new burger seasoning, more bakery items and new double-decker burgers, the company said. Killian Baarlaer, The Enquirer, 27 June 2024 The property even has a small water tower with the Big Picture Ranch logo emblazoned on it, framed on a recent visit in May by bursting bougainvillea and firestick plants. Katie Kilkenny, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 June 2024 Design a Custom Cafe Logo While this isn't required, designing a small logo for your coffee shop is a fun way to give your event a unique and intentional touch. Claire Hoppe, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for logo 

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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 7 Jul. 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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