traffic signal

noun

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

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There also will be new traffic signals at Ann Morrison Park Boulevard and Shoreline Drive along Americana, and a new rectangular rapid flashing beacon at the entrance to the firefighter memorial entrance for pedestrian crossing along Shoreline. Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 16 Apr. 2026 The upgrades come as housing developments expand south of Highway 50, where Bosch said eight traffic signals are not connected by fiber optic cable, limiting the city’s real-time access to intersection conditions. Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 16 Apr. 2026 Police, who are investigating the incident, are urging drivers to remain alert, obey traffic signals and always watch for pedestrians. Nick Lentz, CBS News, 12 Apr. 2026 The two lane road will be expanded into four lanes, and traffic signals will be installed at the Willow Springs and Sendera Ranch intersections. Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2026 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 21 Apr. 2026.

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traffic signal

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

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