Semaphore

['seməfɔː] or ['sɛməfɔr]

Definition

(noun.) an apparatus for visual signaling with lights or mechanically moving arms.

(verb.) convey by semaphore, of information.

(verb.) send signals by or as if by semaphore.

Typist: Maxine--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) A signal telegraph; an apparatus for giving signals by the disposition of lanterns, flags, oscillating arms, etc.

Typist: Stanley

Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Telegraph.

Checker: Seymour

Definition

n. a contrivance for conveying signals consisting of a mast with arms turned on pivots by means of cords or levers.—adjs. Semaphor′ic -al telegraphic—adv. Semaphor′ically.

Typist: Lycurgus