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IND-ik-ayt-uh/ˈɪndɪkeɪtə/

An indicator is a fact used to measure change: a key indicator; performance indicators. In UK cars it is also the flashing turn light. Indicate is the verb. Measure is wider. Pass rates are a crude indicator of teaching quality.

Meaning

A fact or sign used to measure change; also a car’s flashing turn light (UK).

Examples

• “Exam pass rates are a crude indicator of teaching quality.”
• “Use your indicator before you pull out, which is the driving sense.”

Good to know

a key / performance / crude indicator. Driving (UK): indicator = turn signal. Verb: indicate. Ofsted data / Highway Code.

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