direction indicator

A 'direction indicator' is essential in both vehicles and aircraft for signaling turns or maintaining course.

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Definition

B1Automotive

(common)A lamp on a vehicle that signals the driver's intention to turn.

Example

  • Make sure to use your direction indicator before turning left.

B2Aviation

(technical)An instrument showing an aircraft's current heading relative to magnetic north.

Example

  • The pilot adjusted the direction indicator to align with the new flight path.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "direction indicator":

leading indicatordanger signalwarning sign