stoplight

/ˈstɑpˌlaɪt/
/ˈstɒplaɪt/
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Other forms: stoplights

Definitions of stoplight
  1. noun
    a visual signal to control the flow of traffic at intersections
    synonyms: traffic light, traffic signal
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    types:
    go-ahead, green light
    a signal to proceed
    red light
    the signal to stop
    yellow light
    the signal to proceed with caution
    type of:
    light
    a visual warning signal
  2. noun
    a red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop
    synonyms: brake light
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    type of:
    visual signal
    a signal that involves visual communication
Pronunciation
US
/ˈstɑpˌlaɪt/
UK
/ˈstɒplaɪt/
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