Signals: meaning, definitions and examples

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signals

[ ˈsɪɡnəlz ]

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communication

A gesture, action, or sound conveying information or instructions.

Synonyms

cue, indication, sign

Examples of usage

He gave a signal to start the race.
She used hand signals to communicate with the deaf student.
The traffic lights provide signals for drivers.

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technology

An electric impulse or radio wave transmitted or received, for communication or control.

Synonyms

communication, message, transmission

Examples of usage

The satellite sends signals to Earth.
The phone receives signals from the network.

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communication

To communicate or convey information by gestures, actions, or sounds.

Synonyms

gesture, indicate, motion

Examples of usage

He signaled for help by waving his arms.
She signaled her agreement with a nod.

Translations

Translations of the word "signals" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sinais

🇮🇳 संकेत

🇩🇪 Signale

🇮🇩 sinyal

🇺🇦 сигнали

🇵🇱 sygnały

🇯🇵 信号 (しんごう)

🇫🇷 signaux

🇪🇸 señales

🇹🇷 sinyaller

🇰🇷 신호 (신호들)

🇸🇦 إشارات

🇨🇿 signály

🇸🇰 signály

🇨🇳 信号 (xìnhào)

🇸🇮 signali

🇮🇸 merki

🇰🇿 сигналдар

🇬🇪 სიგნალები

🇦🇿 siqnallar

🇲🇽 señales

Word origin

The word 'signal' originates from the Latin word 'signum', meaning a mark, token, or signal. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various forms of communication and indication. Signals have played a crucial role in human history, from ancient smoke signals to modern digital transmissions, facilitating communication and coordination.