Indexical Sign (Index)

Technology / Television (TV) / Indexical Sign (Index): In semiotics, a type of sign in which the signifier is physically caused by the signified. For example, where there is smoke, there is fire. Thus the signifier (smoke) is physically caused by the signified (fire).
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Sign Noun Synonyms: trace, indication, evidence, mark, clue, hint, suggestion, vestige
Sign Verb Synonyms: token, symbol, indication, mark, signal, indicator, notice
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Signal Anxiety

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Signal Processors

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Signal

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Sign-Up Period

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Sharp Sign

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Sign

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