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Definition of Semaphore
1. Noun. An apparatus for visual signaling with lights or mechanically moving arms.
2. Verb. Send signals by or as if by semaphore.
3. Verb. Convey by semaphore, of information.
Definition of Semaphore
1. n. A signal telegraph; an apparatus for giving signals by the disposition of lanterns, flags, oscillating arms, etc.
Definition of Semaphore
1. [v -PHORED, -PHORING, -PHORES]
Medical Definition of Semaphore
1. A signal telegraph; an apparatus for giving signals by the disposition of lanterns, flags, oscillating arms, etc. Origin: Gr. A seign + to bear: cf. F. Semaphore. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)