sign

Definition

  • n. a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
  • n. a public display of a message
  • n. (medicine) any objective evidence of the presence of a disorder or disease
  • n. a gesture that is part of a sign language

Word forms

Past participle
signed
Past tense
signed
Present participle
signing
Third person singular
signs

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The sign on the door says 'Closed for Renovation'.

  2. vt.

    Please sign your name at the bottom of the form.

  3. vi.

    She will sign after reading the contract carefully.

  4. n.

    In math, the plus sign indicates addition.