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signed

signed

4.7
Performed in sign language so deaf people can follow
  • adjective
  • /saɪnd/
translation icon : en lenguaje de señas
  • A signed performance is available for every theater production this season.

Examples

  • The lecture was signed for deaf audience members to follow along.

  • She prefers to use signed communication in group settings.

  • The meeting was conducted in signed language.

  • He delivered the speech using signed communication.

  • A signed performance in American Sign Language allows everyone to enjoy the show.

  • The teacher used a signed language to ensure all students could understand the lesson.

  • During the event, a signed interpreter was present to help those who are deaf.

Surface Forms

signed positive

Morphology

signed = sign (semi-transparent) = sign + ed

While the suffix '-ed' typically indicates a past participle or adjective form, the specific use in 'signed language' is specialized and may not be immediately transparent to all learners.

Etymology

Signed meaning 'using sign language' also comes from the root sign-, where a 'sign' is a visible 'gesture' or mark. That's why a 'signed' performance uses gestures, like in sign language, so deaf audience members can follow.