block signal
block sig·nal
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [blok sig-nl]
- /blɒk ˈsɪg nl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [blok sig-nl]
- /blɒk ˈsɪg nl/
Definitions of block signal words
- noun block signal a fixed railroad signal governing the movements of trains entering and using a given section of track. 1
- noun block signal (railways) One of the danger signals or safety signals which guide the movement of trains in a block system, often coupled with a switch so that opening or closing the switch also operates the signal. 0
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Origin of block signal
First appearance:
before 1880 One of the 23% newest English words
First recorded in 1880-85
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Parts of speech for Block signal
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block signal popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 36% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 56% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
block signal usage trend in Literature
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