Signboard

Pronunciation: /saɪnˌbɔːrd/

Definitions of signboard

noun a board or sign that displays information or directions

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a signboard with directions to the nearest bus stop.

A2 The signboard outside the restaurant displayed the daily specials.

B1 The signboard at the entrance of the park had a map of all the trails.

B2 The signboard outside the museum provided information about the exhibits inside.

C1 The signboard on the highway indicated the upcoming exit for the rest area.

C2 The signboard at the airport guided passengers to their respective terminals.

Examples of signboard in a Sentence

formal The signboard outside the store displayed the business hours.

informal Hey, did you see the signboard for the new restaurant down the street?

slang I almost missed the turn because the signboard was so small.

figurative Her facial expressions were like a signboard, revealing exactly what she was thinking.

Grammatical Forms of signboard

• past tense: signed
• plural: signboards
• comparative: more signboard
• superlative: most signboard
• present tense: signboards
• future tense: will signboard
• perfect tense: have signed
• continuous tense: is signboarding
• singular: signboard
• positive degree: signboard
• infinitive: to signboard
• gerund: signboarding
• participle: signboarded

Origin and Evolution of signboard

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'signboard' originated from the combination of 'sign' and 'board', referring to a board displaying a sign or information.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to physical boards displaying signs or information, 'signboard' has evolved to also include digital displays and online platforms used for advertising and communication.