英语词汇“signal”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

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Noun He likes her but he is sending the wrong signals with his constant teasing. The teacher gave us the signal to finish what we were working on and hand in our tests. Faulty wiring in the train station caused a signal to malfunction. Verb Robins signal the arrival of spring. The election results surely signal the start of a new era. A lock on the suitcase might signal that there's something of value inside. Did he signal before he made the left turn? They signaled at me to come over to their table. He signaled us that it was time to begin the meeting. The umpire signaled a strike. Adjective Is he worthy of such a signal honor? the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history See More

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Noun

Because the brain finds uncertainty aversive, the emotional realm will respond to unpredictability with a signal.

WIRED, 11 Sep. 2022 According to police, a man was walking across a marked crosswalk against a green signal when he was struck by a gold Cadillac, driven by 25-year-old Devi Marie Stubblefield.

Vic Verbalaitis, The Arizona Republic, 11 Sep. 2022 Anderson was impressed by a crowd that hampered Alabama signal calls at the line of scrimmage all game.

Jim Vertuno, ajc, 10 Sep. 2022 For example, using the new lane-change assist feature allows the driver to remain in hands-free mode by having the car maneuver to an adjacent lane simply by tapping the turn signal stalk.

Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 8 Sep. 2022 The council also approved moving forward with $233,000 in audio and visual improvements to the council chambers and television studio after struggling with sound, video and signal quality since the onset of the pandemic.

Carrie Napoleon, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 Hill wrote the man, Mayor Paul Bailey’s son, citations for an alleged seatbelt violation and two turn signal infractions.

Paighten Harkins, The Salt Lake Tribune, 6 Sep. 2022 Listening to Khaled’s albums is like searching for blessings amidst the chaff, and the signal-to-noise ratio is generally low.

Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2022 These phones all have Qualcomm's current X65 modem, which incorporates new antenna-tuning technology to make the most of weak-signal areas.

Sascha Segan, PCMAG, 11 Aug. 2022

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According to Purina, cats’ kneading may serve a territorial purpose, since their paws have scent glands which release pheromones that signal to other cats.

Jacob Livesay, USA TODAY, 19 June 2022 Calhoun’s appointment, however, could signal a real shift of political power to Black council members, since the mayor, who is white, also has the opportunity to vote.

Rebecca Griesbach | Rgriesbach@al.com, al, 30 Aug. 2022 High inflation, stock market volatility and concerns over slower economic growth amid rising interest rates signal tougher times ahead.

Laura Kreutzer, WSJ, 29 Aug. 2022 Sununu’s involvement in the Gunstock dispute could signal a turning point, said political consultant Scott Spradling.

Holly Ramer, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Aug. 2022 Sununu’s involvement in the Gunstock dispute could signal a turning point, said political consultant Scott Spradling.

Holly Ramer, ajc, 28 Aug. 2022 When whiskers are moved due to air currents or other external stimuli, the whiskers signal the brain to trigger the blink reflex, thus, closing the eyelids and protecting the eyes.

Mythili Devarakonda, USA TODAY, 27 Aug. 2022 The unemployment rate can signal a healthy (or unhealthy) economy.

Q.ai - Powering A Personal Wealth Movement, Forbes, 26 Aug. 2022 The drills marked a show of force in retaliation for a visit by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and could signal a new, threatening phase for the island, Asia’s most dangerous flashpoint, experts say.

Ann Scott Tyson, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Aug. 2022

Adjective

These quick-release plugs can be easily detached from the earpieces and create a robust connection without signal loss.

Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 Finally, Mora needs to see leadership from his signal caller.

Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2022 The wireless transmission uses the latest version of Bluetooth which provides more signal range and a stable connection when streaming from any Bluetooth 5.2 compatible device.

Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 12 Apr. 2022 The global tax agreement had appeared to be a signal achievement for Ms. Yellen, who helped salvage negotiations that were flailing in the final months of the Trump administration.

Richard Rubin, WSJ, 16 July 2022 As of June 30, there were 599 vacancies for safety positions, including bus drivers, rail maintenance staff, and signal workers, up from 586 vacancies at the end of May.

Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 14 July 2022 After all, pricing serves as a medium to deliver a signal giving more information about a product and service, and without knowing the value associated with a foreign currency, one simply cannot infer levels of accurate information.

Josh Wilson, Forbes, 11 July 2022 This can boost speeds, efficiency, and signal quality while simultaneously reducing errors and interference.

Simon Hill, Wired, 28 June 2022 There will also be a new team of workers to replace outdated signal loops — patches of pavement near stoplights that trigger lights to change when a car activates them.

David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2022 See More

单词	signal
释义	signal 1 of 3 noun sig·nal ˈsig-nᵊl 1 : sign, indication 2 a : an act, event, or watchword that has been agreed on as the occasion of concerted action b : something that incites to action 3 : something (such as a sound, gesture, or object) that conveys notice or warning 4 a : an object used to transmit or convey information beyond the range of human voice b : the sound or image conveyed in telegraphy, telephony, radio, radar, or television c : a detectable physical quantity or impulse (such as a voltage, current, or magnetic field strength) by which messages or information can be transmitted signal 2 of 3 verb signaled or signalled; signaling or signalling ˈsig-nə-liŋ transitive verb 1 : to notify by a signal signal the fleet to turn back 2 a : to communicate or indicate by or as if by signals signaled the end of an era b : to constitute a characteristic feature of (a meaningful linguistic form) intransitive verb : to make or send a signal signaler noun or signaller signal 3 of 3 adjective : distinguished from the ordinary : notable a signal achievement Synonyms Noun flag tocsin Verb beckon flag gesture motion wave Adjective astral bright distinguished eminent illustrious luminous noble notable noteworthy outstanding preeminent prestigious redoubtable star superior See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun He likes her but he is sending the wrong signals with his constant teasing. The teacher gave us the signal to finish what we were working on and hand in our tests. Faulty wiring in the train station caused a signal to malfunction. Verb Robins signal the arrival of spring. The election results surely signal the start of a new era. A lock on the suitcase might signal that there's something of value inside. Did he signal before he made the left turn? They signaled at me to come over to their table. He signaled us that it was time to begin the meeting. The umpire signaled a strike. Adjective Is he worthy of such a signal honor? the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Because the brain finds uncertainty aversive, the emotional realm will respond to unpredictability with a signal. WIRED, 11 Sep. 2022 According to police, a man was walking across a marked crosswalk against a green signal when he was struck by a gold Cadillac, driven by 25-year-old Devi Marie Stubblefield. Vic Verbalaitis, The Arizona Republic, 11 Sep. 2022 Anderson was impressed by a crowd that hampered Alabama signal calls at the line of scrimmage all game. Jim Vertuno, ajc, 10 Sep. 2022 For example, using the new lane-change assist feature allows the driver to remain in hands-free mode by having the car maneuver to an adjacent lane simply by tapping the turn signal stalk. Drew Dorian, Car and Driver, 8 Sep. 2022 The council also approved moving forward with $233,000 in audio and visual improvements to the council chambers and television studio after struggling with sound, video and signal quality since the onset of the pandemic. Carrie Napoleon, Chicago Tribune, 7 Sep. 2022 Hill wrote the man, Mayor Paul Bailey’s son, citations for an alleged seatbelt violation and two turn signal infractions. Paighten Harkins, The Salt Lake Tribune, 6 Sep. 2022 Listening to Khaled’s albums is like searching for blessings amidst the chaff, and the signal-to-noise ratio is generally low. Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2022 These phones all have Qualcomm's current X65 modem, which incorporates new antenna-tuning technology to make the most of weak-signal areas. Sascha Segan, PCMAG, 11 Aug. 2022 Verb According to Purina, cats’ kneading may serve a territorial purpose, since their paws have scent glands which release pheromones that signal to other cats. Jacob Livesay, USA TODAY, 19 June 2022 Calhoun’s appointment, however, could signal a real shift of political power to Black council members, since the mayor, who is white, also has the opportunity to vote. Rebecca Griesbach \| Rgriesbach@al.com, al, 30 Aug. 2022 High inflation, stock market volatility and concerns over slower economic growth amid rising interest rates signal tougher times ahead. Laura Kreutzer, WSJ, 29 Aug. 2022 Sununu’s involvement in the Gunstock dispute could signal a turning point, said political consultant Scott Spradling. Holly Ramer, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Aug. 2022 Sununu’s involvement in the Gunstock dispute could signal a turning point, said political consultant Scott Spradling. Holly Ramer, ajc, 28 Aug. 2022 When whiskers are moved due to air currents or other external stimuli, the whiskers signal the brain to trigger the blink reflex, thus, closing the eyelids and protecting the eyes. Mythili Devarakonda, USA TODAY, 27 Aug. 2022 The unemployment rate can signal a healthy (or unhealthy) economy. Q.ai - Powering A Personal Wealth Movement, Forbes, 26 Aug. 2022 The drills marked a show of force in retaliation for a visit by U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and could signal a new, threatening phase for the island, Asia’s most dangerous flashpoint, experts say. Ann Scott Tyson, The Christian Science Monitor, 26 Aug. 2022 Adjective These quick-release plugs can be easily detached from the earpieces and create a robust connection without signal loss. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 3 Aug. 2022 Finally, Mora needs to see leadership from his signal caller. Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2022 The wireless transmission uses the latest version of Bluetooth which provides more signal range and a stable connection when streaming from any Bluetooth 5.2 compatible device. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 12 Apr. 2022 The global tax agreement had appeared to be a signal achievement for Ms. Yellen, who helped salvage negotiations that were flailing in the final months of the Trump administration. Richard Rubin, WSJ, 16 July 2022 As of June 30, there were 599 vacancies for safety positions, including bus drivers, rail maintenance staff, and signal workers, up from 586 vacancies at the end of May. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 14 July 2022 After all, pricing serves as a medium to deliver a signal giving more information about a product and service, and without knowing the value associated with a foreign currency, one simply cannot infer levels of accurate information. Josh Wilson, Forbes, 11 July 2022 This can boost speeds, efficiency, and signal quality while simultaneously reducing errors and interference. Simon Hill, Wired, 28 June 2022 There will also be a new team of workers to replace outdated signal loops — patches of pavement near stoplights that trigger lights to change when a car activates them. David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English, from Medieval Latin signale, from Late Latin, neuter of signalis of a sign, from Latin signum Adjective modification of French signalé, past participle of signaler to distinguish, from Old Italian segnalare to signal, distinguish, from segnale signal, from Medieval Latin signale First Known Use Noun 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Verb 1800, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Adjective 1591, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing signal distress signal/call distress signal hand signal signal-caller virtue-signal turn signal sound/signal the retreat traffic signal distress signal/call distress signal hand signal signal-caller virtue-signal turn signal sound/signal the retreat traffic signal See More Kids Definition signal 1 of 3 noun sig·nal ˈsig-nᵊl 1 : a sign, event, or word that serves to start some action … the manager gave the signal for the curtain to go down, and the audience … cheered. Richard {amp} Florence Atwater, Mr. Popper's Penguins 2 : a sound, a movement of part of the body, or an object that gives warning or a command The police officer made a signal with his hand. a traffic signal 3 : a radio wave that transmits a message or effect (as in radio or television) signal 2 of 3 verb signaled or signalled; signaling or signalling 1 : to notify by a motion, action, movement, or sound 2 : to communicate with motions, actions, movements, or sounds signal 3 of 3 adjective 1 : unusually great a signal honor 2 : used for sending a message, warning, or command a signal light signal 1 of 3 noun 1 as in flag an object intended to give public notice or warning stop signs are signals for vehicles to come to a full stop—not suggestions for slowing down, as some drivers seem to think Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance flag red light tocsin knell 2 as in gesture a movement of the body or limbs that expresses or emphasizes an idea or feeling quietly waiting for the signal to advance Synonyms & Similar Words gesture wave sign indication gesticulation posture motion body language beck shrug mime pantomime sign language beckon flourish signal 2 of 3 verb as in to motion to direct or notify by a movement or gesture signaled the oncoming traffic to stop while the wrecked car was being towed away Synonyms & Similar Words motion wave gesture flag sign tell beckon nod signalize inform pantomime mime gesticulate advise shrug flourish relate acquaint signal 3 of 3 adjective as in outstanding standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement the Louisiana Purchase is cited by many historians as one of the most signal events in American history Synonyms & Similar Words outstanding distinguished prestigious notable superior luminous noteworthy star illustrious eminent famous bright noble honored astral preeminent glorious celebrated dominant predominant infamous exalted redoubtable renowned reputable notorious paramount famed Antonyms & Near Antonyms minor insignificant average unimportant inferior mediocre obscure unsung uncelebrated See More
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