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fogsignal

/ˈfɒɡˌsɪɡ.nəl/

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noun

/ˈfɒɡˌsɪɡ.nəl/C1formal
  • ruГромкий низкочастотный предупредительный сигнал, используемый для оповещения судов, движущихся в условиях тумана.

A loud, low-pitched warning signal used to alert ships navigating in foggy conditions.

  1. B2formaltechnical

    A loud low-pitched warning signal used for navigation in foggy conditions, especially for ships.

    ruТуманный сигнал

    • The lighthouse emitted a fogsignal every few seconds to warn approaching vessels.
    • Sailors relied on the fogsignal to avoid rocks during thick fog.
    • The old lighthouse still has a working fogsignal for emergencies.
    • They heard the fogsignal faintly through the mist.

    Synonymsfoghorn