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signpost

Pronunciation: /ˈsʌɪnpəʊst/

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Definition of signpost

noun

  • a sign giving information such as the direction and distance to a nearby town, typically found at a road junction.
  • something that acts as a guide or indicator:shorts remain the fashion signpost of summer’s arrival

verb

[with object]
  • provide (a route or area) with a signpost or signposts:most of the walks were well signposted
  • chiefly British indicate (a place) with a signpost:Battle is clearly signposted off all the main roads

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