indicator

Definition

A pointer or index that indicates something.

Etymology

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

Example Sentences

• "The visual indicators are a decided improvement, and have reduced the telephoning by the staff in the signalbox."
• "These old indicators [at Earl's Court station] show the destination of the next train by the appearance of an illuminated arrow next to the station name. The arrow may indicate that a train is going to Wimbledon, but it gives no clue as to when. Now, however, the indicators are supplemented by dot matrix panels that not only say where but also when. Why aren't the old ones removed? Because they, like the whole station, are Grade II listed."
• "'Wild' is an anagram indicator showing that the letters of 'danger' have to be rearranged."

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