traffic signal

noun

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

Examples of traffic signal in a Sentence

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The plan includes a major overhaul of the city's bus systems, sidewalks and traffic signals over the next several years, and creates a dedicated funding stream for transportation infrastructure in Nashville. Vivian Jones, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024 Irvington also pushed the city for a traffic signal allowing pedestrians extra time to cross before a green light at the intersection of Washington and Audubon. Daryl Perry, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024 Driving the news: Cunningham argues the plan includes spending items — such as new sidewalks, bike lanes and traffic signal improvements — that go beyond what's acceptable under the law. Nate Rau, Axios, 24 July 2024 Part of the project plan includes upgrading the traffic signals with better technology. Glen Koen, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024 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 1 Jan. 2025.

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traffic signal

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

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