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signaladjectivevery formal UK /ˈsɪɡn(ə)l/ 1 especially important and noticeable Synonyms and related words Synonyms and related words
signaladjectivevery formal US /ˈsɪɡnəl/ 1 especially important and noticeable Synonyms and related words Synonyms and related words
signal
noun countable UK /ˈsɪɡn(ə)l/ 1 a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another persongive (someone) a signal: We waited for them to give us the signal to move. signal to: He gave a signal to his driver to carry on. at a signal: At the prearranged signal, we all jumped up and shouted ‘Surprise!’ do something as a signal (of something): They waved a flag as a signal of distress. mixed/conflicting signals (=signals that have different meanings): She knew she was sending him mixed signals. Synonyms and related words
General words for gestures and gesturing action body language flourish Synonyms and related words
Communicative sounds applause a round of applause a snap of the fingers 1a information sent from one thing or person to another using a piece of equipment or an organized systemsailors practising their semaphore signals Synonyms and related words
General words for information, news and facts
2 a fact, event, or action that shows what someone intends to do or shows what is likely to happensignal of: They had ignored the strong signals of an approaching economic crisis . signal for/to: The election was a signal for the party to rethink its strategies. give/send a signal: In terms of their personal relationships, teachers have to be very careful not to send students the wrong signals. read the signals (=understand their meaning correctly): When she told him she was leaving, Bill wasn’t surprised – he had read the signals. Synonyms and related words
Signs of how things are or what may happen in the future
Adjectives frequently used with signal ▪ clear, important, powerful, strong, unmistakable
3 pictures, sound, or other information sent by one piece of electronic equipment and received by another onecarry a signal: The copper wire carries the electrical signals. Synonyms and related words
Telephones and telecommunication equipment
Verbs frequently used with signal as the object ▪ carry, emit, generate, give, produce, send (out), transmit
4 a piece of equipment with coloured lights on it that tells the driver of a vehicle to stop, go, or slow down Synonyms and related words
Road and traffic signals and crossings advanced green Belisha beacon box junction
signal
noun countable US /ˈsɪɡnəl/ 1 a movement or sound made by someone that has a special meaning to another personsignal to: He gave a signal to his driver to carry on. at a signal: At the prearranged signal, we all jumped up and shouted “Surprise!” do something as a signal (of something): They waved a flag as a signal of distress. mixed/conflicting signals (=signals that have different meanings): She knew she was sending him mixed signals. give (someone) a signal: We waited for them to give us the signal to move. Synonyms and related words
General words for gestures and gesturing action body language flourish Synonyms and related words
Communicative sounds applause a round of applause a snap of the fingers 1a information sent from one thing or person to another using a piece of equipment or an organized systemsailors practicing their semaphore signals Synonyms and related words
General words for information, news and facts
2 a fact, event, or action that shows what someone intends to do or shows what is likely to happensignal of: They had ignored the strong signals of an approaching economic crisis . give/send a signal: In terms of their personal relationships, teachers have to be very careful not to send students the wrong signals. signal for/to: The election was a signal for the party to rethink its strategies. read the signals (=understand their meaning correctly): When she told him she was leaving, Bill wasn’t surprised – he had read the signals. Synonyms and related words
Signs of how things are or what may happen in the future
Adjectives frequently used with signal ▪ clear, important, powerful, strong, unmistakable
3 pictures, sound, or other information sent by one piece of electronic equipment and received by another oneI’ve called several times, but I keep getting a busy signal. carry a signal: The copper wire carries the electrical signals. Synonyms and related words
Telephones and telecommunication equipment
Verbs frequently used with signal as the object ▪ carry, emit, generate, give, produce, send (out), transmit
4 a piece of equipment with colored lights on it that tells the driver of a vehicle to stop, go, or slow down Synonyms and related words
Road and traffic signals and crossings
signal
1 intransitive/transitive to make a movement or sound that has a special meaning to another personThe cyclist signalled and turned right. signal to someone: He signalled frantically across the room to his wife. signal (to) someone to do something: The driver signalled her to cross the road. signal that: He flashed his torch to signal that he was ready. Synonyms and related words
General words for gestures and gesturing action body language flourish 2 transitive to show that something is happening or will happenThis agreement signalled the end of the war. signal that: The new tax signalled that the government was serious about the environment. Synonyms and related words
To be a sign or symbol of something signify stand for symbolize 3 transitive if you signal a quality or your feelings, you show what you intend to do about somethingThe kidnappers have signalled their willingness to negotiate. Both parties have signalled their determination to win. Synonyms and related words
To show or express emotions
signal
1 intransitive/transitive to make a movement or sound that has a special meaning to another personThe cyclist signaled and turned right. signal that: He turned on his flashlight to signal that he was ready. signal (to) someone to do something: The driver signaled her to cross the road. signal to someone: He signaled frantically across the room to his wife. Synonyms and related words
General words for gestures and gesturing action body language flourish 2 transitive to show that something is happening or will happenThis agreement signaled the end of the war. signal that: The new tax signaled that Congress was serious about the environment. Synonyms and related words
To be a sign or symbol of something 3 transitive if you signal a quality or your feelings, you show what you intend to do about somethingThe kidnappers have signaled their willingness to negotiate. Both parties have signaled their determination to win. Synonyms and related words
To show or express emotions
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