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   In·di·ca·tor

   /ˈindəˌkādər/

   

   noun

   • 1. a thing, especially a trend or fact, that indicates the state or level of something: "car ownership is frequently used as an indicator of affluence" Similar measuregaugebarometerindexmarksignsignalguide tostandardtouchstoneyardstickbenchmarkcriterionpoint of referenceguidelinetestlitmus test
   • ▪ an animal or plant species that can be used to infer conditions in a particular habitat: "the raccoon is a poor choice as an indicator of riparian habitat"
   • 2. a gauge or meter of a specified kind: "a speed indicator" Similar metermeasuring instrumentmeasuring devicemeasuregaugedialdisplayscaleindex
   • ▪ a flashing light or (formerly) other device on a vehicle to show that it is about to change lanes or turn; a turn signal: British "an indicator light"
   • 3. a compound that changes color at a specific pH value or in the presence of a particular substance, and can be used to monitor acidity, alkalinity, or the progress of a reaction: "the remaining alkali is titrated against standard acid using phenolphthalein as indicator"

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   Apr 21, 2022 · Indicators are statistics used to measure current conditions as well as to forecast financial or economic trends. In the world of investing, indicators typically refer to technical chart...

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   indicator noun. a device for showing the operating condition of some system. indicator noun. (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.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishINDICATOR | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   a fact, measurement, or condition that shows what something is like or how it is changing: With some goods, cost is the most reliable indicator of quality. indicator noun [C] (LIGHT) a light that flashes on a vehicle to show that the driver intends to turn right or left.

5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › indicateIndicate Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. a. : to point out or point to. b. : to be a sign, symptom, or index of. the high fever indicates a serious condition. c. : to demonstrate or suggest the necessity or advisability of. indicated the need for a new school. the indicated treatment. 2. : to state or express briefly. indicated a desire to cooperate. Synonyms. bespeak. betoken. denote.

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   View definitions for indicator. indicator. noun as in sign. Compare Synonyms. Synonyms. Strongest matches. barometer. gauge. index. signal. symbol. Strong matches. beacon. clue. dial. guide. hint. mark. meter. omen. pointer. warning. Discover More. Example Sentences.

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   13 hours ago · This article reviews and summarizes the scientific work that has been carried out earlier to define and analyze short-term energy-resilient buildings. The novelty of the article is to propose the novel concept, definition, indicators and framework that define long-term energy-resilient building in the context of the cold climate.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › thesaurus › indicatorINDICATOR - 99 Synonyms and Antonyms - Cambridge English

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   noun. These are words and phrases related to indicator. Click on any word or phrase to go to its thesaurus page. Or, go to the definition of indicator. SIGN. Synonyms. indication. omen. portent. prognostic. presage. warning. forewarning. forecast. herald. harbinger. signal. clue. symptom. hint. suggestion. intimation. note. index. sign. symbol.