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indicator.

A pointer or index that indicates something.

9 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈɪn.dɪˌkeɪ.tə(ɹ)/UK
  1. A pointer or index that indicates something.

  2. A meter or gauge.

  3. The needle or dial on such a meter.

  4. Any of many substances, such as litmus, used to indicate the concentration of a substance, or the degree of a reaction.

  5. A plant or animal whose presence is indicative of some specific environment.

  6. A measure, such as unemployment rate, which can be used to predict economic trends.

  7. A turn signal; each of the flashing lights on each side of a vehicle which indicate a turn is being made to left or right, or a lane change etc.

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  8. A bird, the honeyguide.

  9. A codeword that marks the use of a specific cryptic device.

Where this word comes from

From Late Latin indicātor (“one who points out”), from Latin indicō (“point out”). By surface analysis, indicate + -or; see indicate.

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