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