signage

noun

sign·​age ˈsī-nij How to pronounce signage (audio)
: signs (as of identification, warning, or direction) or a system of such signs

Examples of signage in a Sentence

Recent airport improvements include more lighting and better signage.
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Progressive’s national presence will include in-game videoboard features, in-venue LED signage, digital and social media integrations, and other game day experiences. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026 The restaurant is a longtime staple in the community, with signage stating it was established in 1977. — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Aug. 2026 Where before Spanish was the only language, signage in Arabic and French has appeared. — Vasco Cotovio, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026 Roadside message boards and signage will alert drivers of the closures in advance, the Georgia Department of Transportation said. — Kimberly Wright, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for signage

Word History

First Known Use

1949, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of signage was in 1949

Rhymes for signage

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“Signage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/signage. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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