logos

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

noun

1. (often initial capital letter),  the rational principle that governs and develops the universe.

2. Theology.,  the divine word or reason incarnate in Jesus Christ. John 1:1–14.

Logos

¹

/ ˈlɒɡɒs /

noun

1. Christian theol the divine Word; the second person of the Trinity incarnate in the person of Jesus

logos

²

/ ˈlɒɡɒs /

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of logos¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of logos¹

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

Example Sentences

Several parents criticised schools for using logos and emblems on multiple items, meaning they cannot buy generic versions for cheaper.

From BBC

She said while her daughter's primary school uniform does not require logos, her 14-year-old son needs a separate PE kit, rugby kit and football kit.

From BBC

Spotted at a recent practice were giant poster boards featuring symbols, logos and faces.

From Los Angeles Times

The fight isn’t about logos; it’s about ownership and how fiercely we guard the myths we call our own.

From Salon

The exterior of the train cars will be covered with logos while more specific ad messages will appear on the inside.

From Los Angeles Times