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indicate [ in·di·cate ]

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ˈɪndɪkeɪt ]
[
UK
ˈɪndɪkeɪt ]
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Verb

1. Point out; show.

dotted lines indicate the text's margins

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2. Be a sign of; strongly suggest.

his tone indicated that he didn't hold out much hope

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3. Mention indirectly or briefly.

Let me briefly indicate why I do not find this standpoint natural.

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4. Direct attention to (someone or something) by means of a gesture.

Another gesture indicated a line on his rough map.

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5. (of a gauge or meter) register a reading of (a quantity, dimension, etc.)

The activity LED will blink twice which indicates Speed Boost is enabled.

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6. Suggest as a desirable or necessary course of action.

For example, a detailed physical examination may be indicated in some cases.

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7. (of a driver or motor vehicle) signal an intention to change lanes or turn using an indicator.

one car had indicated left but pulled out in front of him

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Origin

1. Early 17th century from Latin indicat- ‘pointed out’, from the verb indicare, from in- ‘towards’ + dicare ‘make known’.

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