signage

[ sahy-nij ]

noun

1. graphic designs, as symbols, emblems, or words, used especially for identification or as a means of giving directions or warning.

signage

/ ˈsaɪnɪdʒ /

noun

1. signs collectively, esp street signs or signs giving directions

Word History and Origins

Origin of signage¹

sign + -age

Example Sentences

Ms Robertson, said the signage in the area would not have given adequate warning of the upcoming bend.

From BBC

Heather Sanderson, Wilf’s mum, said her “spirits were lifted” after seeing signage had been improved but much more needed to be done.

From BBC

"Should any defects be identified, including worn road markings or inadequate signage, these are acted upon," she said.

From BBC

The trees and shrubs likely were planted about two decades earlier by the urban forestry nonprofit North East Trees, a project that included signage to identify the many native species added to the site, such as California buckeye, California black walnut and oaks.

From Los Angeles Times

"The fact that they weren’t notified and the signage wasn’t ready, and even now the signage is very small and totally inadequate."

From BBC