n. [ Gr. sh^ma a sign + fe`rein to bear: cf. F. sémaphore. ] A signal telegraph; an apparatus for giving signals by the disposition of lanterns, flags, oscillating arms, etc. [ 1913 Webster ]
{ a. [ Cf. F. sémaphorique. ] Of or pertaining to a semaphore, or semaphores; telegraphic. [ 1913 Webster ]
adv. By means of a semaphore. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One who manages or operates a semaphore. [ 1913 Webster ]