red light
red
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red
light
laɪt
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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
singular
not gender specific
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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