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

Podgorski said a bell camera is attached to the master arm, which holds the traffic signals. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026

The flashing yellow phase at the traffic signal is also meant to help with traffic flow and reduce emissions by decreasing wait times at the light. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Elgin plans to replace the intersection at Larkin Avenue and South Airlite Street with a roundabout to help traffic flow and eliminate the complicated traffic signals that can be difficult to use. — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026

Santa Fe improvements Santa Fe Street at I-35 will feature a decorative traffic signal with a wave pattern, new renderings show. — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 23 Sep. 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