signpost
/ˈsaɪnpoʊst/
noun
- A sign beside a road that gives information about directions or distances to places.
- A faded signpost on the highway showed that the next town was 20 miles away.
- The wooden signpost at the trailhead listed the hiking routes and their lengths.
- We followed the signpost to the museum, which pointed left at the intersection.
- Something that gives a clear indication or guide about what is happening or what to do.
- The sudden drop in sales was a signpost that the company needed to change its strategy.
- The new law is a signpost of the government's commitment to environmental protection.
- Her early interest in science was a signpost of her future career as a biologist.
verb
- To mark or provide with signposts.
- The park service decided to signpost the hiking trails to prevent visitors from getting lost.
- They signposted the bike route with bright yellow arrows along the entire path.
- The roads in the old town are poorly signposted, making it easy to take a wrong turn.
- To indicate or point clearly to something, especially as a guide or warning.
- The teacher's comments signposted the areas where students needed to improve.
- Early symptoms can signpost a more serious illness if ignored.
- The report signposts several key trends that will shape the industry in the coming years.