Meaning of signification in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌsɪɡnəfəˈkeɪʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    signification

    Etymology

    Middle English: via Old French from Latin significatio(n-), from significare‘indicate’ (see signify)

    Definitions

    1. the message that is intended or expressed or signified

    Examples

    • « what is the meaning of this sentence »
    • « the significance of a red traffic light »
    • « the signification of Chinese characters »
    • « the import of his announcement was ambigtuous »

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