stoplight
Noun
A traffic control signal, traditionally consisting of three lights, colored green, yellow/amber, and red, meaning proceed, prepare to stop, and stop, respectively.
Usage- Philippines
- US usage
A light on the rear of a vehicle that is activated when braking; a brake light.
- Examples
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The rear lamps are combined with the service stoplights and are contained in stoplight part and blackout marker light assemblies at the rear of the vehicle.
Noun
a red light on the rear of a motor vehicle that signals when the brakes are applied to slow or stop
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- Broader terms
a visual signal to control the flow of traffic at intersections
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Word forms
stoplightsstop light