signal

US /ˈsɪɡnəl/

UK /'sɪɡnəl/

A2

other

  • To indicate or be a sign of (something about to happen).
  • To convey information or instructions by means of a gesture, action, or sound.
  • To indicate or make known, especially by means of a signal.
  • To indicate or communicate by means of a signal.

noun

  • A variable parameter by which information is conveyed through an electronic circuit or telecommunications channel.
  • Evidence or an indication something will happen
  • A gesture, action, or sound that is used to convey information or instructions.
  • A sign, gesture, or device that conveys information or instructions.
  • Movement of a hand or other means to send messages
  • A device on a railway that indicates whether the line ahead is clear or not.
  • Act/sound that tells people to do/start something
  • Road-side lights that direct traffic to go or stop
  • Sound and light waves carrying TV and radio data

verb

  • To be evidence/an indication something will happen
  • To make a noise or motion to tell someone to start

adjective

  • Remarkable or outstanding.
  • Important or outstanding.
  • Most important or most noticeable