индика́тор — meaning in English

English meaning

• indicator noun Something that shows or points to a condition, trend, or measurement.
• telltale noun Something that gives away or reveals a fact, often one meant to stay hidden.

Senses

индика́тор is used for these senses in English:

• indicator The needle or dial on such a meter.
• telltale (engineering) A machine or contrivance for indicating or recording something, particularly for keeping a check upon employees (factory hands, watchmen, drivers, etc.) by revealing to their employers what they have done or omitted.

indicator — full definition

1. noun Something that shows or points to a condition, trend, or measurement.
2. noun (UK) The flashing light on a vehicle used to signal a turn.
3. noun A dial, gauge, or needle that shows a reading.

telltale — full definition

1. noun Something that gives away or reveals a fact, often one meant to stay hidden.
2. noun A warning light or indicator that signals a problem.
3. adj Revealing something that was meant to be concealed.

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