signal-caller

noun

sig·​nal-call·​er ˈsig-nᵊl-ˈkȯ-lər 

plural signal-callers

American football

: quarterback

… one of the most-talented quarterbacks in the game, a signal-caller who leads a well-balanced offense …

—Mike Freeman

Examples of signal-caller in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the offense was magnificent with him as the signal-caller, and his game-winning, as-the-buzzer-sounded 5-yard touchdown run in prime time pretty much cemented his spot on an active roster somewhere. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 24 Aug. 2026

JSerra transfer Gino Wang made his debut at quarterback for Servite, and the junior signal-caller showed flashes of what could come this season, making multiple incisive passes and pulling off a big 20-yard run on fourth down. — Caleb Otte, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Caesars Sportsbook odds highlight several top signal-callers. — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

In two series against the Broncos, the veteran signal-caller threw for just 22 yards on 3-of-5 passing. — Jim Reineking, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for signal-caller

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