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SIGNALLING

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Signalling.

Signalling - as a noun

Any incitement to action

Example: "He awaited the signal to start"

An electric quantity (voltage or current or field strength) whose modulation represents coded information about the source from which it comes

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
electrical energyelectricity18power10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Signalling - as an adjective satellite

Notably out of the ordinary

Example: "The year saw one signal triumph for the labour party"

Signalling - as a verb

Communicate silently and non-verbally by signals or signs

Example: "He signed his disapproval with a dismissive hand gesture"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sign5signalise10signalize19
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
communicate19intercommunicate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be a signal for or a symptom of

Example: "These symptoms indicate a serious illness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bespeak15betoken13indicate11point7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
tell4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The signalling system on the train broke down, causing delays."
"The traffic signalling at the intersection was malfunctioning."
"The soldier used hand signalling to communicate with his comrades."
"The signalling of distress by the stranded hikers was noticed by a passing helicopter."
"The submarine used sonar signalling to communicate with the surface."
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Word Game Points

Is SIGNALLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, signalling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SIGNALLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is SIGNALLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, signalling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SIGNALLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is SIGNALLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, signalling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SIGNALLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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