signifier

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

Something or someone that signifies, makes something more significant or important.
A card representing a querent, question, or situation.
A sign, such as a written or spoken word, which refers to some concept, object or person, the signified.

/ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪɚ/ /ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-signifier.wav

signifier signifiers

From signify + -er.

significator

signified referent

empty signifier floating signifier master signifier

Finnish: merkityksen antaja

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