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Definition signify in British English

signify verb

verb
/ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪ/
1

to be a sign or symbol of something

Example

The stars on the American flag signify the fifty states.

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2

to mean something

Example

What does the motto, 'Don't tread on me' signify?

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3

to do something to communicate a message or meaning

Example

The jury signifies its decision with a show of hands.

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4

to have influence or an important effect on something

Example

The results of this experiment do not signify.

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Definition signify in British English