stoplight meaning
UK US /ˈstɑplaɪt/ 2 syllables
stoplight (noun): a red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop.
stoplight has 2 meanings in this dictionary.
stoplight as a noun
- a red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop
Synonyms: brake light
Type of: visual signal
- a visual signal to control the flow of traffic at intersections
Synonyms: traffic light, traffic signal
Type of: light
Kinds: green light, red light, yellow light
How to pronounce stoplight
stoplight is pronounced /ˈstɑplaɪt/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.
Word lists: words starting with ST · words ending in HT · 9-letter words
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