Pronunciation: /saɪn/

Definitions of sign

noun an object, quality, or event whose presence or occurrence indicates the probable presence or occurrence of something else

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a sign for a sale at the store.

A2 The sign on the door said 'Closed for renovations'.

B1 She noticed a sign warning of slippery floors.

B2 The sign indicated the start of the hiking trail.

C1 The signpost provided directions to the nearest town.

C2 The sign above the entrance displayed the company logo.

verb to write one's name on (a letter, card, or similar item) to identify oneself as the writer or sender

Example Sentences

A1 I can sign my name on the paper.

A2 She signed the contract without reading it carefully.

B1 Please sign here to confirm that you have received the package.

B2 The athlete signed a new sponsorship deal with a major sports brand.

C1 The president signed the bill into law after it was approved by Congress.

C2 The artist signed copies of her latest album for fans at the meet and greet event.

Examples of sign in a Sentence

formal The sign outside the store indicated that it was closed for renovations.

informal I saw the sign for the new restaurant opening soon.

slang Did you see the sign for the party this weekend? It's gonna be lit!

figurative His sudden silence was a clear sign that something was wrong.

Grammatical Forms of sign

past tense

signed

plural

signs

comparative

more signed

superlative

most signed

present tense

sign

future tense

will sign

perfect tense

have signed

continuous tense

is signing

singular

sign

positive degree

signed

infinitive

to sign

gerund

signing

participle

signed

Origin and Evolution of sign

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'sign' originated from the Latin word 'signum', which meant a mark, token, or indication.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sign' has evolved to encompass a wider range of meanings, including a symbol, gesture, or indication of something to come.