signal
Translation
signal, cue, sign
Examples
The traffic signal turned green.
The traffic signal turned green.
A nod was the signal to begin.
A nod was the signal to begin.
The phone signal is weak here.
The phone signal is weak here.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the signal)) to (do sth.) a sign to do something It was the signal to leave.
((a/the signal)) for (sth.) a sign for something The bell is a signal for lunch.
Similar Words
Synonyms: cue, sign, indication, gesture
Etymology
From Latin 'signalis' meaning 'relating to a sign', from 'signum' (sign).
Memory Tips
A traffic 'signal' is a type of 'sign' that gives information. Think of a radio signal or a distress signal.