distress signal

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Noun distress signal has 1 sense

distress signal, distress call - an internationally recognized signal sent out by a ship or plane indicating that help is needed
--₁ is a kind of signal, signaling, sign
--₁ has particulars: SOS; Mayday

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Distress Signal

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A distress signal is a call or message indicating that someone is in immediate danger and needs assistance.

Sense 1: A signal used in times of emergency to seek help or alert others of a dangerous situation.

Example sentence: The lost hikers set off a distress signal, and a rescue helicopter soon arrived to save them.

Sense 2: A sound, light, or visual indication produced by a device or mechanism to attract attention in case of an emergency.

Example sentence: The distress signal from the sinking ship was spotted by a passing boat, which immediately came to their aid.

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