signpost

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noun

sign·​post ˈsīn-ˌpōst 

1

: a post (as at the fork of a road) with signs on it to direct travelers

2

: guide, beacon

3

: sign, indication

signpost

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verb

signposted; signposting; signposts

transitive verb

: to provide with or as if with signposts or guides

Examples of signpost in a Sentence

Noun

The signpost says it is 10 miles to the city.

Verb

The road from here to London is well signposted.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

In particular, the mass, radius and orbital period of the innermost detectable planet seems to be a big signpost as to whether a system hosts an Earth-size, temperate planet or not. —Keith Cooper, Space.com, 16 Apr. 2025

These contrasting experiences act as powerful signposts: Peak moments often contain elements aligned with your core values, while valleys typically indicate where important values are being compromised. —Jennifer Kamara, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025

Verb

Announced at the 2025 World Governments Summit, the initiative grants residency to an initial cohort of 20 sustainability leaders, signposting the United Arab Emirates's ambition to become a global leader in climate action. —Armand Arton, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025

Sometimes simply listening to the colleague and signposting additional resources can make a huge difference. —Jamie Wareham, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1597, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1884, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for signpost

• almost
• engrossed
• foremost
• hindmost
• impost
• inmost
• lamppost
• leftmost
• necrosed
• outpost
• pancoast
• rightmost

Kids Definition

signpost

noun

sign·​post

ˈsīn-ˌpōst

1

: a post with signs on it to direct travelers

2

: something that points the way