Go signal: meaning, definitions and examples
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go signal
[ ɡoʊ ˈsɪɡnəl ]
communication
A signal given to indicate that one is ready to start or proceed with something.
Synonyms
approval, green light, green signal, okay
Examples of usage
- The referee blew the whistle as the go signal for the game to begin.
- He raised his hand as a go signal to the rest of the team.
military
A signal to begin an attack or a military operation.
Synonyms
assault signal, attack order, launch command
Examples of usage
- The commander gave the final go signal for the troops to advance.
- The go signal was received, and the mission was executed.
Translations
Translations of the word "go signal" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sinal de partida
🇮🇳 जाने का संकेत
🇩🇪 Startsignal
🇮🇩 sinyal jalan
🇺🇦 сигнал старту
🇵🇱 sygnał startu
🇯🇵 開始の合図
🇫🇷 signal de départ
🇪🇸 señal de partida
🇹🇷 başlama sinyali
🇰🇷 출발 신호
🇸🇦 إشارة الانطلاق
🇨🇿 startovací signál
🇸🇰 signál na štart
🇨🇳 出发信号
🇸🇮 signal za začetek
🇮🇸 upphafsmerki
🇰🇿 жолға шығу белгісі
🇬🇪 გაშვების სიგნალი
🇦🇿 başlama siqnalı
🇲🇽 señal de partida
Word origin
The term 'go signal' originated in the early 20th century, derived from the combination of 'go' as a word indicating permission to proceed and 'signal' as a means of communication. It is commonly used in various fields such as sports, military, and everyday communication to signify the beginning or approval of an action or operation.