What is another word for semaphores?

Pronunciation: [sˈɛmɐfˌɔːz] (IPA)

Semaphores are a kind of signaling device that uses flags or lights to convey messages between two or more people. Other synonyms for semaphores could include signaling flags, signal lights, visual signals, or communication devices. These terms are often used in the context of military operations or maritime communication. Semaphore is derived from Greek words meaning "bearer of signs," and as such, signal flags and lights are often used to convey critical information in situations where verbal communication is not possible or practical. In addition to these terms, semaphore may also be referred to as wigwagging or heliographing, depending on the specific method used to transmit signals.

What are the hypernyms for Semaphores?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    communication system, visual communication, warning system, non-verbal communication, visual language, alerting system, message transfer, signaling method, signaling system, visual signaling.

Usage examples for Semaphores

Their decision was clinched by a Memorandum of General Beatson, late Governor of the island, dated July 29th, recommending St. Helena, because all the landing places were protected by batteries, and the semaphores recently placed on the lofty cliffs would enable the approach of a rescue squadron to be descried sixty miles off, and the news to be speedily signalled to the Governor's House.
"The Life of Napoleon I (Volumes, 1 and 2)"
John Holland Rose
The man who had witnessed her discomfiture-the man who had dared to be within one hundred miles of her when her daintily shod feet, with a display of diaphanous stocking, had been waving in the air like two wobbly semaphores celebrating Dominion Day or the Fourth of July, or-or something.
"The Law-Breakers"
Ridgwell Cullum
218. Plantation House was also the centre of the semaphores of the island.
"The Life of Napoleon I (Volumes, 1 and 2)"
John Holland Rose

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