transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈsɪɡnɪfaɪ ]
v. (-ies, -ied) 1 tr. be a sign or indication of (a yawn signifies boredom). 2 tr. mean; have as its meaning ('Dr' signifies 'doctor'). 3 tr. communicate; make known (signified their agreement). 4 intr. be of importance; matter (it signifies little). øøsignifier n. [ME f. OF signifier f. L significare (as SIGN)]