traffic signal

noun

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

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Operational issues such as the timing of traffic signals and inadequate signage will also be addressed. Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2025 Also in the plans are new diagonal parking, water main replacement, storm sewer modifications, landscaping, new sidewalks and a new traffic signal at North Consaul Place and East Silver Spring Drive. Claudia Levens, jsonline.com, 7 Oct. 2025 There are two traffic signals — one for each line of cars — at each entrance with a meter. Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 1 Oct. 2025 Brinkman pointed to the addition of a traffic signal at the Banks to Lowman road intersection with 55 as a project that has helped some traffic issues. Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 26 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for traffic signal

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of traffic signal was in 1893

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“Traffic signal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traffic%20signal. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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traffic signal

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

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