signpost

CEFRB1

/ˈsaɪnˌpoʊst/

noun · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A post with a sign showing directions.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    A word or phrase within a clue that serves as an indicator, rather than being fodder.

Examples

  • A poster was stapled onto a signpost.

  • The signpost had a green arrow pointing towards the park.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
3

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. To install signposts on.

  2. A post bearing a sign that gives information on directions.

verb

Extra meaning

  1. To direct (somebody) to services, resources, etc.

More examples

In context

  • Tom walked into the signpost.

  • The route wasn't signposted, and we got lost on the way.

  • We believe that some Carers' Centres already offer an effective 'first stop shop' for signposting carers to local organisations, services and benefits, and for providing ongoing support as carers' circumstances change.

Quick test

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Question 1 · Quick check

At the fork, there was a blank indicating the direction to the lake.

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Origin

noun

From sign + post.