signal
Meaning
A signal is a sound, action, or sign that gives information or tells you to do something.
💡 Don't confuse "signal" with "sign," as a signal often involves an action or sound.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
I
was
waiting
at
the
small
train
station
on
a
cold
morning
.
A
loud
signal
told
people
that
the
train
would
arrive
in
two
minutes
,
so
they
started
to
move
toward
the
platform
.
I
checked
my
bag
and
put
on
my
coat
because
I
did
not
want
to
miss
it
.
When
the
train
came
,
the
doors
opened
quickly
and
I
found
a
seat
near
the
window
.
Common Phrases
signal a warning
signal for help
strong signal
Synonyms
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