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English

logo

|lo/go|

B1

🇺🇸

/ˈloʊɡoʊ/

🇬🇧

/ˈləʊɡəʊ/

symbolic representation

Etymology
Etymology Information

'logo' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'logos,' where 'logos' meant 'word' or 'speech.'

Historical Evolution

'logos' was adopted into English in the 20th century to refer to a graphic symbol representing a company or brand.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'word' or 'speech,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a graphic symbol representing a company or brand.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a symbol or design adopted by an organization to identify its products, uniform, vehicles, etc.

The company's logo is recognized worldwide.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45