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Signal Definition & Meaning

1. A signal is a gesture, action, or sound used to communicate a message or command.

Example: The coach gave the signal for the players to start the game.

2. In electronics, a signal is an electrical current or wave that carries information.

Example: The radio receives a signal from the antenna to play music.

3. A signal can refer to a sign or indication that something is happening or about to happen.

Example: The dark clouds were a signal that a storm was coming.

4. In military terms, a signal is a message or communication sent between troops or units.

Example: The soldiers used smoke signals to communicate with each other.

5. A signal can also refer to a warning or alert, indicating a potential danger or problem.

Example: The flashing red light was a signal that the train was approaching.

Examples of the word signal used in sentences.

  • Would you please signal me when you arrive at the train station?
  • The teacher raised his hand as a signal that it was time for us to be quiet.
  • The radio waves transmitted the signal from the microphone to the transmitter.
  • The captain used the ship's horn to signal incoming boats to be aware of its presence.
  • The traffic light turned red, so I stopped my car as a signal of obedience.
  • The traffic signal turned green and we could finally cross the road.
  • The phone signal was weak in the basement, so we had to move to the balcony.
  • The loud noise acted as a signal for the dog to bark.
  • The smoke from the chimney signaled that someone was cooking something delicious.
  • The teacher gave us a signal to start the exam.
  • The captain raised the signal flag to warn the other ships of the storm approaching the coast.
  • The doctor told me to watch out for any warning signals, such as persistent chest pain or difficulty breathing.
  • The traffic lights were showing a red signal, so I had to stop my car and wait for the green light.
  • I lost the signal on my mobile phone just as I was about to make an important call.
  • The radio host gave the signal to start the music, and the band began playing their first song.
  • The sudden absence of radio signal left the astronauts feeling isolated and uncertain.
  • The captain instructed the crew to send a distress signal when they realized the ship was sinking.
  • The athlete's performance was praised for its flawless execution, which included following each signal from the coach.
  • The traffic light emitted a green signal, indicating it was safe to cross the road.
  • The teacher used a hand signal to quiet the class when they became too noisy during the lesson.
  • The sudden signal drop while she was giving her presentation left her feeling embarrassed and frustrated.
  • The president's announcement sent a positive signal to the economy, with immediately visible effects.
  • Despite the bad weather, the strong signal from the radio tower kept us connected with the outside world.
  • The bright and flashing signal from the ambulance alerted everyone to move out of the way.
  • The absence of any distress signal from the missing aircraft has led investigators to believe that the plane's disappearance was deliberate.
  • The body language of the job candidate was a strong signal that they were lying during the interview.
  • The signal strength was so weak that I couldn't even load a webpage.
  • The sudden drop in the stock market was a signal of a possible recession.
  • The conductor gave a clear signal for the train to depart from the station.
  • The government issued a warning signal to evacuate the area before the hurricane hit.
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