signum — meaning in English

English meaning

• cue noun A signal or prompt that tells someone it is time to act.
• sign noun A visible indication that something exists, is happening, or is about to happen.
• symbol noun A written character or image that stands for an idea, object, or sound.

Senses

signum is used for these senses in English:

• astrological sign (astrology) Any of twelve signs, corresponding to constellations, that are used as the basis of astrology
• sign (countable, uncountable) A visible fact that shows that something exists or may happen.
• symbol A character or glyph representing an idea, concept or object.

cue — full definition

1. noun A signal or prompt that tells someone it is time to act.
2. noun A long tapered stick used to strike the ball in billiards, pool, or snooker.
3. verb To give someone a signal to begin or continue an action.

sign — full definition

1. noun A visible indication that something exists, is happening, or is about to happen.
2. noun A board, notice, or symbol displaying information, directions, or a warning.
3. verb To write one's name on a document to show agreement, authorship, or identity.
4. verb To communicate using gestures, especially in sign language.

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