sign
sign
saɪn
sain
British pronunciation
/saɪn/

Definitie en betekenis van "sign"in het Engels

01

teken, symbool

a symbol or letters used in math, music, or other subjects to show an instruction, idea, etc.
sign definition and meaning
example
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In computer programming, the equal sign ( =) is frequently used as an assignment operator.
In computerprogrammering wordt het teken gelijk aan (=) vaak gebruikt als toewijzingsoperator.
02

an objective or observable indication of a disorder, disease, or medical condition

sign definition and meaning
example
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The rash was an early sign of an allergic reaction.
03

a perceptible indication or clue of something not immediately obvious

example
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Yellowing leaves are a sign of nutrient deficiency.
04

bord, teken

a text or symbol that is displayed in public to give instructions, warnings, or information
example
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The road sign indicated a sharp turn ahead.
Het verkeersbord gaf een scherpe bocht verderop aan.
05

any nonverbal gesture, motion, or action used to communicate meaning

example
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Waving is a common sign of greeting.
06

a physical structure, typically a board, used for posting advertisements or notices

example
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He painted the sign for his shop.
07

one of the twelve divisions of the zodiac, each associated with specific dates and characteristics

example
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People often read horoscopes for their sun sign.
08

a gesture or symbol that is part of a system of communication in sign language

example
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Each sign conveys a specific word or concept.
09

the property of an object, particle, or quantity indicating its polarity, such as positive or negative electric charge

example
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Opposite signs attract, and like signs repel.
10

a fundamental unit of language linking a signifier to what it signifies

example
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Linguists analyze how signs operate in language systems.
11

the property of a number indicating whether it is positive or negative, excluding zero

example
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The function changes sign at the root.
to sign
01

ondertekenen

to write one's name or mark on a document to indicate acceptance, approval, or endorsement of its contents
Transitive: to sign a document
to sign definition and meaning
example
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The artist signed the painting in the bottom right corner.
De kunstenaar ondertekende het schilderij in de rechterbenedenhoek.
1.1

ondertekenen

to agree to the terms of a contract by putting one's signature to it
Transitive: to sign a contract
to sign definition and meaning
example
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The CEO flew to the company 's headquarters to sign the merger agreement with their business partner.
De CEO vloog naar het hoofdkantoor van het bedrijf om de fusieovereenkomst met hun zakelijke partner te ondertekenen.
1.2

ondertekenen, aannemen

to formally secure the services of an individual by entering into a contractual agreement with them
Transitive: to sign sb
example
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The orchestra signed a renowned conductor to lead their performances for the next concert season.
Het orkest heeft een beroemde dirigent onder contract genomen om hun optredens in het volgende concertseizoen te leiden.
02

gebaren, gebarentaal gebruiken

to use sign language for communication
Transitive: to sign words
Intransitive
to sign definition and meaning
example
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The doctor learned to sign basic medical terminology to communicate with patients who are unable to speak.
De dokter leerde basis medische terminologie te gebaren om te communiceren met patiënten die niet kunnen praten.
03

ondertekenen, gebaren maken

to use hand movements, facial expressions, or body language to communicate messages
Intransitive: to sign to sb
example
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Sarah and Emily signed to each other during the presentation, sharing their thoughts on the speaker's points.
Sarah en Emily gebarenden naar elkaar tijdens de presentatie, waarbij ze hun gedachten over de punten van de spreker deelden.
04

tekenen, zegenen door het maken van een kruisteken

to make the sign of the cross as a symbol of blessing or protection
Transitive: to sign sb/sth
example
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The pastor signed the gravesite with the cross, offering prayers for the departed soul and the grieving family.
De pastor tekende de grafplaats met het kruis, bad voor de overleden ziel en de rouwende familie.
05

markeren, aanduiden

to use markers or signposts to show the way or provide information about a location
Transitive: to sign a place or road
example
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The park was signed with wooden posts, indicating the boundaries of the designated picnic areas.
Het park was aangegeven met houten palen, die de grenzen van de aangewezen picknickgebieden aangaven.
01

relating to the system of communication used by deaf people, typically involving gestures and visual symbols

example
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Sign instruction is offered as part of the curriculum.
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