red light
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Definition & Meaning of "red light"in English

Red light
01

a signal that informs drivers that they must stop their vehicles 

red light definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
red lights

What is a "red light"?

A red light in traffic is a signal that tells vehicles and pedestrians to stop. It is part of a traffic light system that controls movement to keep roads safe and organized. The red light appears after the yellow light and remains on for a set time before changing to green. Drivers must wait until the light turns green before moving forward or turning, unless a separate signal allows a turn. Traffic lights help prevent accidents and manage the flow of movement at intersections and crossings.

Examples
She came to a complete stop when the red light appeared at the intersection. 
02

a cautionary signal or indicator that warns of potential danger or the need for careful action 

Examples
The company's declining profits were a red light for potential investors. 
03

an instruction or signal indicating the need to stop or discontinue an action 

Examples
The project received a red light from the management due to budget constraints. 
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