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

By synchronizing 12 traffic signals between Topanga Canyon Boulevard and John Tyler Drive, Caltrans can now adjust signals in real time. — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026

Police say violations can take different forms, from drivers attempting to beat a traffic signal to drivers making a right turn without stopping as required. — Nina Burns, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

County officials said the intersection meets the criteria for a traffic signal based on peak-hour traffic conditions. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026

As part of road work ahead of the Costco opening, Brighton is widening the east side of Meridian Road between Lake Hazel and Columbia roads and installing two traffic signals at entrances to the development. — Rose Evans october 6, Idaho Statesman, 6 Oct. 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