indicator
Translation
sign, gauge, turn signal
Examples
Economic indicators suggest a recovery is underway.
Economic indicators suggest a recovery is underway.
Don't forget to use your indicator when turning.
Don't forget to use your turn signal when turning.
Litmus paper is an indicator of acidity.
Litmus paper is an indicator of acidity.
Grammar Patterns
an indicator ((of sth.)) a sign of (sth.) Economic indicators suggest a recovery.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sign, signal, gauge, measure
Etymology
From Latin 'indicare' (to point out). The suffix '-or' denotes an agent or instrument that does something.
Memory Tips
An indicat-or is something that indicates. Think of a car's turn signal (an indicator), which indicates which way you are turning.