Semaphore
English Meaning
A signal telegraph; an apparatus for giving signals by the disposition of lanterns, flags, oscillating arms, etc.
- A visual signaling apparatus with flags, lights, or mechanically moving arms, as one used on a railroad.
- A visual system for sending information by means of two flags that are held one in each hand, using an alphabetic code based on the position of the signaler's arms.
- To send (a message) or to signal by semaphore.