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TRAFFIC DEVICE [1 record]

Record 1 2003-06-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Signalling (Road Transport)
DEF

[A device whose] function ... is to provide the road user with information regarding performance requirements along his route of travel.

DEF

[A device] used to inform the driver of various conditions affecting road use.

CONT

Traffic-control devices include all signs, markings, signals and other devices placed on, above, or adjacent to the roadway by authority of officials having jurisdiction to regulate, warn, or guide traffic.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Signalisation routière
DEF

Panneau, signal lumineux, marque ou tout élément placé ou élevé dans le but de réglementer, prévenir ou guider la circulation.

CONT

Outre les panneaux et panonceaux, font partie des dispositifs de signalisation les balises jalonnant un virage ou marquant un carrefour, les signaux lumineux de circulation, les signaux temporaires indiquant un chantier ou une circonstance fortuite, les marques sur chaussée [...].

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Señales (Transporte por carretera)
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