stop-light

stop-light

The car stops at the red stop-light.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A traffic signal: "stop-light" refers to a set of red, yellow, and green lights that control the flow of vehicles and pedestrians at an intersection. The red light specifically signals vehicles to stop.
    • A red light on a vehicle: "stop-light" can also mean a red light at the rear of a vehicle that illuminates when the brakes are applied, warning other drivers.
Usage Examples

  • Traffic signal:

    • The car came to a halt at the stop-light. (The vehicle stopped at the red traffic signal.)
    • She waited patiently for the stop-light to turn green. (She waited for the traffic signal to change from red to green.)

  • Vehicle light:

    • His rear stop-light was broken, so he got a ticket. (The red brake light on the back of his car was not working.)
Advanced Usage

  • "to run a stop-light": to drive through an intersection when the traffic signal is red.

    • The driver ran the stop-light and nearly caused an accident. (The driver ignored the red signal and drove through.)

  • "stop-light camera": a camera that photographs vehicles that cross an intersection after the light turns red.

    • Many cities use stop-light cameras to enforce traffic laws. (Cameras record vehicles that violate red lights.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Stoplight (n): a variant spelling of "stop-light", used interchangeably.

    • The stoplight at the corner is out of order. (The traffic signal is not functioning.)

  • Stop sign (n): a traffic sign requiring drivers to come to a complete stop, distinct from a stop-light.

    • There is a stop sign at the end of the street. (A sign with the word "STOP" is posted.)
Synonyms
  • Traffic light: another common term for a stop-light as a traffic signal.
  • Red light: specifically the red signal of a stop-light, meaning "stop."
  • Brake light: for the vehicle light meaning; a red light on the rear of a car activated by braking.
Related Idioms

  • "See the stop-light": to be forced to stop or pause in one's progress, often used metaphorically.

    • His career hit a stop-light when the company downsized. (His progress was halted.)

  • "Change the stop-light": to alter a situation or rule, often used in planning.

    • The city council decided to change the stop-light timing to reduce traffic jams. (They adjusted the signal schedule.)

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