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signal

🇬🇧 UK/'signl/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 2kIELTSGREB1

Definitions

n.

A sign, gesture, or transmitted message that conveys information or gives a command

信号;暗号

v.

To communicate or indicate something using a signal

发信号;示意

adj.

Standing out as notably important or remarkable

显著的;重要的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
signmark, sign, seal
+
alrelating to, having the nature of
=signal

Common Collocations

  • 1.send a signal发出信号
  • 2.mixed signals信号矛盾/态度不明
  • 3.signal strength信号强度
  • 4.warning signal警告信号

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The traffic light turned green, signaling that drivers could proceed.

  • 2.

    Rising unemployment is a clear signal that the economy is struggling.

  • 3.

    She gave him a subtle signal to stop talking during the meeting.

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