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Semaphore

Semaphore Meaning & Definition
Semaphore Definition And Meaning

What's The Definition Of Semaphore?

[n] an apparatus for visual signaling with lights or mechanically moving arms
[v] convey by semaphore, of information
[v] send signals by or as if by semaphore

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See Also | apparatus | communicate | intercommunicate | setup | sign | signal | signalise | signalize

Semaphore In Webster's Dictionary

\Sem"a*phore\, n. [Gr. sh^ma a sign + fe`rein to bear: cf. F. s['e]maphore.] A signal telegraph; an apparatus for giving signals by the disposition of lanterns, flags, oscillating arms, etc.

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