Added 8 October 2026 signpost /ˈsaɪnˌpoʊst/ noun Categories: LanguageRare Words noun ! Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about signpost at Wordnik → Where our words come from → A post bearing a sign that gives information on directions. A word or phrase within a clue that serves as an indicator, rather than being fodder. verb To install signposts on. The route wasn't signposted, and we got lost on the way. To direct (somebody) to services, resources, etc. To signal (something) intentionally, as if with a signpost. To direct (somebody) to services, resources, etc. Origin From sign + post. From Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org (CC BY-SA) Related Words: guidepostsignagemilestonebeaconlandmarkhatchguidebillboardpanelorientationsignalguidance Back to today's word