Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
traffic-light
Noun
/ˈtræfɪk laɪt/
Definition
A signaling device positioned at road intersections, pedestrian crossings, and other locations to control the flow of traffic.
Examples
- The traffic light turned red, signaling the cars to stop.
- She waited patiently for the traffic light to change to green before crossing the street.
Meaning
Traffic lights are used to indicate when vehicles and pedestrians should stop or go, utilizing different colors to convey instructions.
Synonyms
- Signal
- Traffic signal
- Street light
