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Synonyms & Similar Words
landmark
marker
guidepost
indicator
pointer
direction post
notice
board
placard
billboard
advertisement
notification
warning sign
traffic sign
road sign
milestone
buoy
beacon
monument
marker post
guide
directional sign
informational sign
warning
caution sign
traffic signal
direction indicator
Meaning of Signpost
A signpost is an object or structure that serves as a guide or indicator, typically providing information or direction.
Definitions
- A post or structure bearing a sign, typically one that gives directions or information to travelers.
- * A person or thing that serves as a guide or indicator.
Etymology of Signpost
The word "signpost" has its roots in the combination of "sign" and "post", with "sign" coming from the Old French "signe", derived from the Latin "signum", meaning a mark or token, and "post" coming from the Old English "post", derived from the Latin "postis", meaning a beam or pole, historically used as a marker or indicator.
Example Uses
- The signpost at the intersection directed us to turn left for the city center.
- * The company serves as a signpost for innovation in the tech industry.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
confusion
misdirection
unclear signal
ambiguous indicator
misleading sign
unclear notice
vague direction
lack of guidance
unclear pointer
no direction
unclear message
obscure sign
unclear marker
no indicator
unclear guide