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Signal

noun
/ˈsɪɡ.nəl/

Meaning

a gesture, action, or sound that conveys information or instruction
a gesture, sound, or action used to convey information or instructions

Example Sentences

The traffic signal turned red, so we stopped.

The driver gave a hand signal before turning left.

Example Expressions

signal a change

Synonyms

sign, indication, cue, gesture, alert
Entry 1
sign, indication, cue, gesture
Entry 2
gesture, indication, sign, cue, alert

Antonyms

silence, stillness, inaction, concealment
Entry 1
silence, stillness, inaction
Entry 2
silence, concealment

Collocations

traffic signal, phone signal, warning signal, clear signal, give a signal, danger signal, signal strength, signal failure
Entry 1
traffic signal, phone signal, warning signal, clear signal
Entry 2
give a signal, danger signal, signal strength, signal failure

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