LOGOS Definition & Meaning

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logos

[loh-gos, -gohs, log-os]

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noun

(often initial capital letter)��the rational principle that governs and develops the universe.
Theology.��the divine word or reason incarnate in Jesus Christ. John 1:1–14.

Logos

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noun

Christian theol the divine 51�Թ�; the second person of the Trinity incarnate in the person of Jesus

logos

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noun

philosophy reason or the rational principle expressed in words and things, argument, or justification; esp personified as the source of order in the universe

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of logos¹

First recorded in 1580–90; from Greek ��ó��ǲ� “word, saying; speech, discourse; thought, reckoning; proportion, ratio,” derivative of ��é��𾱲� “to choose, gather; recount, tell over, speak”; lection

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of logos¹

C16: from Greek: word, reason, discourse, from legein to speak

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The coloring, animation style and specific details, such as the logos on the side of Lighting McQueen and Buzz Lightyear’s space suit, closely resemble the original works.

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T-shirts emblazoned with logos of beloved Santa Ana Chicano institutions colored the scene: Suavecito.

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Dodgers caps, basketball jerseys featuring logos of the Chicago Bulls and other teams, a Stars-and-Stripes blanket and various items emblazoned with Disney characters.

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He hadn’t seen any deputy gang ink or incriminating logos — but the trip wasn’t a total waste.

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Volunteer Kay says she is worried some school uniform policies will still be too strict even after the government's planned limit on logos comes into force.

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logorrhoea logotype

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