SIGN

SIGN 1 syllable

A1 · Beginner 📏 4 letters 🎲 Scrabble 5 ✅ valid word

Everyday English. Most learners know this.

noun
  1. a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
  2. a public display of a message
  3. any nonverbal action or gesture that encodes a message
  4. structure displaying a board on which advertisements can be posted

💬 Examples

  • "he showed signs of strain"
  • "they welcomed the signs of spring"
  • "he posted signs in all the shop windows"
  • "signals from the boat suddenly stopped"
verb
  1. mark with one's signature
  2. approve and express assent, responsibility, or obligation
  3. be engaged by a written agreement
  4. engage by written agreement

💬 Examples

  • "write one's name (on)"
  • "She signed the letter and sent it off"
  • "All parties ratified the peace treaty"
  • "Have you signed your contract yet?"
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