Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

indicia

noun

/ɪnˈdɪʃ.i.ə/

Definition

Indicia refers to signs, symbols, or markers that indicate something, often used in legal or postal contexts to denote official markings on mail or packages.

Examples

In legal documents, the indicia can help establish the authenticity of a signature.
Postage indicia on parcels can indicate prepaid postage for shipping.
The presence of indicia on the envelope might suggest that it contains important information.

Meaning

Indicia are used to signify or indicate something relevant or specific, often providing information about the sender, destination, or type of mailing service.