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Indicator Definition & Meaning

indicator
noun
  1. a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time
  2. a signal for attracting attention
  3. a device for showing the operating condition of some system
  4. (chemistry) a substance that changes color to indicate the presence of some ion or substance; can be used to indicate the completion of a chemical reaction or (in medicine) to test for a particular reaction

"Indicator" in song lyrics

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  • "Switch lanes no indicator"
    Flipmode Squad f/ Buckshot — We Got Cha Opin (Part 2)
  • "Supervise em, the indicator"
    Tragedy the Intelligent Hoodlum — Microphone Check
  • "directional movement indicator"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "indicator"

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Frequently asked questions

What does indicator mean?
a number or ratio (a value on a scale of measurement) derived from a series of observed facts; can reveal relative changes as a function of time a signal for attracting attention a device for showing the operating condition of some system (chemistry) a substance that changes color to indicate the presence of some ion or substance; can be used to indicate the completion of a chemical reaction or (in medicine) to test for a particular reaction
What part of speech is indicator?
Indicator is a noun.
How many definitions does indicator have?
Indicator has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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