Definitions for signifier

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signifier sig·ni·fier

Spelling: [sig-nuh-fahy-er]

IPA: /ˈsɪg nəˌfaɪ ər/

Signifier is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Words with friends word worth 15 points.

You can make 203 anagrams from letters in signifier (efgiiinrs).

Definitions for signifier

noun

1. a person or thing that signifies.
2. the configuration of sound elements or other linguistic symbols representing a word or other meaningful unit in a language.

Origin of signifier

First recorded in 1525-35; signify + -er¹

Examples for signifier

In the '60s South, long hair was a signifier and a deal breaker for men.

The “it” bag was born–a talisman of stylishness and a signifier of insider savvy.