Signaler: meaning, definitions and examples

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signaler

 

[ ˈsɪɡ.nə.lər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

communication context

A signaler is a person or device that indicates or communicates a signal to others. This can be in a variety of situations, including traffic management or military operations, where signaling is crucial to safety and coordination.

Synonyms

communicator, indicator.

Examples of usage

  • The signaler raised his flag to indicate the start of the race.
  • In military operations, a signaler plays a key role in conveying orders.
  • She acted as a signaler to help guide the team through the complex maneuver.

Translations

Translations of the word "signaler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sinalizar

🇮🇳 संकेत करना

🇩🇪 signalisieren

🇮🇩 menandai

🇺🇦 сигналізувати

🇵🇱 sygnalizować

🇯🇵 信号する

🇫🇷 signaler

🇪🇸 señalar

🇹🇷 işaretlemek

🇰🇷 신호하다

🇸🇦 إشارة

🇨🇿 signalizovat

🇸🇰 signalizovať

🇨🇳 发信号

🇸🇮 signalizirati

🇮🇸 merki

🇰🇿 сигнал беру

🇬🇪 ნიშნავს

🇦🇿 siqnal vermək

🇲🇽 señalar

Etymology

The word 'signaler' is derived from the root word 'signal,' which comes from the Latin 'signālis,' meaning 'of a sign' or 'pertaining to a sign.' The use of 'signal' has evolved over time, originally referring to gestures, sounds, or signals that convey information or instructions. In the 19th century, with the rise of telecommunications and transportation systems, the term began to expand to include various forms of signaling in modern contexts, such as military communications and traffic management. The suffix '-er' indicates an agent or doer, referring to someone who performs the act of signaling. Today, 'signaler' is commonly used in various fields, including aviation, military, and event management, reflecting its significance in ensuring efficient and safe communication.