to signal
Pronunciation
/ˈsɪɡnəl/

Definition & Meaning of "signal"in English

to signal
01

to give someone a message, instruction, etc. by making a sound or movement

Transitive: to signal sth
Ditransitive: to signal sb to do sth
to signal definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
signal
3rd person singular
signals
Present participle
signaling
Past simple
signaled
Past participle
signaled
Examples
The coach signaled the players to execute a specific play using hand gestures.
02

to indicate something as a sign for something else

Transitive: to signal sth | to signal that
Examples
The dark clouds in the sky signaled an approaching storm.
03

to do something to make one's feelings or opinions known

Transitive: to signal an opinion or sentiment
Examples
She signaled her disapproval by crossing her arms and frowning.
Signal
01

a series of electrical or radio waves carrying data to a radio, television station, or mobile phone

signal definition and meaning

What is "signal"?

A signal refers to a series of electromagnetic waves used to carry data from one device to another, such as from a radio station to a receiver, or from a mobile phone to a cell tower. These signals can carry various types of information, such as voice, music, or video, and are transmitted through the air or via cables. The quality of a signal affects how well the data is received and understood, with stronger signals providing clearer communication.

Examples
The satellite transmits a signal to the television station, allowing live broadcasts to be aired.
02

a gesture or action used to convey a message without using words

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
signals
Examples
She raised her hand as a signal to get the teacher's attention.
03

any stimulus, warning, or indication that encourages or triggers a specific action

Examples
The bell was the signal to begin class.
signal
01

unusually important, remarkable, or outstanding in quality or effect

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most signal
Comparative
more signal
gradable
Examples
She made a signal contribution to the research project.
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