Signaling: meaning, definitions and examples
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signaling
[ ˈsɪɡ.nəl.ɪŋ ]
communication
A system of sending messages by using signals or signs. Signaling can be done through sound, light, gestures, or electronic devices.
Synonyms
communication, message, signage
Examples of usage
- The lighthouse was used for signaling ships at sea.
- The firefighter used hand signaling to communicate with the rest of the team.
communication
To communicate or convey a message by using signals or signs. Signaling is often used in situations where verbal communication is not possible.
Synonyms
communicate, gesture, indicate
Examples of usage
- The referee was signaling a penalty by raising a red card.
- The driver signaled with a hand gesture to indicate a left turn.
Translations
Translations of the word "signaling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sinalização
🇮🇳 संकेत देना
🇩🇪 Signalgebung
🇮🇩 isyarat
🇺🇦 сигналізація
🇵🇱 sygnalizacja
🇯🇵 シグナリング
🇫🇷 signalisation
🇪🇸 señalización
🇹🇷 sinyalizasyon
🇰🇷 신호
🇸🇦 إشارة
🇨🇿 signalizace
🇸🇰 signalizácia
🇨🇳 信号
🇸🇮 signalizacija
🇮🇸 merkjasending
🇰🇿 сигнал беру
🇬🇪 სიგნალიზაცია
🇦🇿 siqnalizasiya
🇲🇽 señalización
Word origin
The word 'signaling' originates from the late 18th century, derived from the verb 'signal,' which comes from the Latin word 'signum' meaning 'sign or token.' Signaling has been an essential method of communication throughout history, evolving from physical gestures to modern electronic devices.
See also: signals.