indexical

in·dex

I i

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-deks]
- /ˈɪn dɛks/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [in-deks]
- /ˈɪn dɛks/

Definitions of indexical word

noun plural indexical (in a nonfiction book, monograph, etc.) a more or less detailed alphabetical listing of names, places, and topics along with the numbers of the pages on which they are mentioned or discussed, usually included in or constituting the back matter. 1
noun plural indexical a sequential arrangement of material, especially in alphabetical or numerical order. 1
noun plural indexical something used or serving to point out; a sign, token, or indication: a true index of his character. 1
noun plural indexical something that directs attention to some fact, condition, etc.; a guiding principle. 1
noun plural indexical a pointer or indicator in a scientific instrument. 1
noun plural indexical a piece of wood, metal, or the like, serving as a pointer or indicator. 1

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Origin of indexical

First appearance:

before 1350

One of the 20% oldest English words

1350-1400; Middle English < Latin: informer, pointer, equivalent to in- in-2 + -dec- (combining form of dic-, show, declare, indicate; akin to teach) + -s nominative singular ending

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Parts of speech for Indexical

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indexical popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 97% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 59% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

indexical usage trend in Literature

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