English dictionary
sign
/s/aI/n/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
ExamplesHe showed signs of strain.
They welcomed the signs of spring.
Synonyms markSource: WordNet 3.0
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a public display of a message
ExamplesHe posted signs in all the shop windows.
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any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message
ExamplesSignals from the boat suddenly stopped.
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structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted
ExamplesThe highway was lined with signboards.
Synonyms signboardSource: WordNet 3.0
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(astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided
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(medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease
ExamplesThere were no signs of asphyxiation.
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having an indicated pole (as the distinction between positive and negative electric charges)
ExamplesCharges of opposite sign.
Synonyms polaritySource: WordNet 3.0
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an event that is experienced as indicating important things to come
ExamplesIt was a sign from God.
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a gesture that is part of a sign language
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a fundamental linguistic unit linking a signifier to that which is signified
ExamplesThe bond between the signifier and the signified is arbitrary.
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a character indicating a relation between quantities
ExamplesDon't forget the minus sign.
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That by which anything is made known or represented; that which furnishes evidence; a mark; a token; an indication; a proof.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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used of the language of the deaf
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verb
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mark with one's signature; write one's name (on)
ExamplesShe signed the letter and sent it off.
Please sign here.
Synonyms subscribeSource: WordNet 3.0
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approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation
ExamplesHave you signed your contract yet?
Synonyms ratifySource: WordNet 3.0
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be engaged by a written agreement
ExamplesHe signed to play the casino on Dec. 18.
The soprano signed to sing the new opera.
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engage by written agreement
ExamplesThey signed two new pitchers for the next season.
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communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs
ExamplesHe signed his disapproval with a dismissive hand gesture.
The diner signaled the waiters to bring the menu.
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place signs, as along a road
ExamplesSign an intersection.
This road has been signed.
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communicate in sign language
ExamplesI don't know how to sign, so I could not communicate with my deaf cousin.
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make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate
Synonyms blessSource: WordNet 3.0
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To represent by a sign; to make known in a typical or emblematic manner, in distinction from speech; to signify.
Source: webster1913
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To be a sign or omen.
Source: webster1913