traffic signal

noun

: a signal (such as a traffic light) for controlling traffic

Examples of traffic signal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tesla has said its Autopilot system enables vehicles to steer, accelerate and brake within their lanes, while Full Self-Driving lets vehicles obey traffic signals and change lanes. — Reuters, NBC news, 3 July 2026

The couple, identified in The Record-Courier as Sergio and Jennifer Villanueva, were stopped at a traffic signal in their Volkswagen Beetle when the semi slammed into their car, and another, from behind. — Frank Landymore, Futurism, 2 July 2026

Her vehicle went airborne, struck a traffic signal and then burst into flames, according to the Minnesota State Patrol. — Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 29 June 2026

In an age of visual and underground detection, why am I delayed at a traffic signal waiting for an imaginary vehicle to enter the intersection? — Ticked Off, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

traffic signal

noun

: a signal (as a traffic light) for controlling traffic