signage

American

[sahy-nij] / ˈsaɪ nɪdʒ /

noun

graphic designs, as symbols, emblems, or words, used especially for identification or as a means of giving directions or warning.

signage British

/ ˈsaɪnɪdʒ /

noun

signs collectively, esp street signs or signs giving directions

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Etymology

Origin of signage

sign + -age

Example Sentences

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Blank signage erected around the town ahead of the meter rollout has been defaced with the same word: "Resist".

From BBC

For instance, Park Service employees removed signage from the Grand Canyon about the mistreatment of Native Americans.

From Los Angeles Times

Philip Waite, outdoor access manager and author of the report, said: "We're looking at installing signage in places where there is repeated use of fires in very busy locations."

From BBC

These maps have more contrast and more signage to make them more accessible.

From The Wall Street Journal

The assistant coroner, who held three inquests into their deaths as one due to the similarities, said she would ask for clearer signage and improvements to mobile phone signal in the area.

From BBC

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