turn signal

American  

Or turn-signal

noun

• turn signals
  plural

1. any of four signal lights on the front left, front right, rear left, and rear right of an automotive vehicle that, when actuated by the driver, flash in pairs on the side toward which a turn is to be made.

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Other Word Forms

Noun Inflected Forms

• turn signals
  plural

Example Sentences

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turn signal

First, however, they must master the left-grip position, where the turn signal doubles as a selector for menus appearing in the 6.5-inch TFT screen.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026

I often forget to use a turn signal now, but at least I know my daughter’s favorite foods.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 11, 2025

Introduced in 2015, the system included such advanced features as allowing drivers to change lanes by tapping a turn signal and parallel parking on command.

From Reuters ● Apr. 6, 2023

Brake lamps, backup lamps and turn signal lamps are not affected by the software problem, the company said.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 19, 2022

Couple of miles later—click on the turn signal, check the mirrors—I turn left into the lot of the Gateway Motel.

From "Wintergirls" by Laurie Halse Anderson