Meaning

A sequence of states representing an encoded message in a communication channel..

Definitions by Sense

1. A sequence of states representing an encoded message in a communication channel.
2. Any variation of a quantity or change in an entity over time that conveys information upon detection.
3. A sign made to give notice of some occurrence, command, or danger, or to indicate the start of a concerted action.
4. An on-off light, semaphore, or other device used to give an indication to another person.
5. (of a radio, TV, telephone, internet, etc.) An electromagnetic action, normally a voltage that is a function of time, that conveys the information of the radio or TV program or of communication with another party.
6. An action, change or process done to convey information and thus reduce uncertainty.
7. A token; an indication; a foreshadowing; a sign.
8. Useful information, as opposed to noise.

Example Sentences

All obeyed / The wonted signal and superior voice / Of this great potentate.

Banner-Repeater signals tend to be provided in locations where drivers receive insufficient warning of the main signal, thereby effectively increasing the sighting distance for the main signal.

My mobile phone can't get a signal in the railway station.

The weary sun […] / Gives signal of a goodly day to-morrow.

There was not the least signal of the calamity to be seen.

Did I get it wrong all along? / You were sending signals / You sent certain signals to me

I signalled my acquiescence with a nod.

He whistled to signal that we should stop.

Word Forms

• signals
• signall
• signaling
• signalling
• signaled
• signalled

Synonyms for signal

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When Should You Use Signal?

Use signal when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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