Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
semaforo
noun
seh-mah-foh-roh
Definition
A traffic light or signal used to control the flow of road traffic.
Examples
- At the intersection, the semaforo turned red, signaling all cars to stop.
- Drivers must obey the semaforo to ensure safe passage through busy streets.
- In the city, semafóros are often synchronized to improve traffic flow.
Meaning
The term ‘semaforo’ refers to a signaling device that uses lights to indicate when vehicles and pedestrians can go or must stop at intersections.
Synonyms
- traffic light
- signal
- traffic signal