cue

/kjuː/

Definitions

1. noun

A signal or indication, especially one given by a light or sound.

“The actor got his cue from the director and stepped onto the stage.”

2. noun

A ball hit by a player in a game of pool or snooker, especially one that strikes an object ball.

“The cue ball collided with the eight ball and bounced off.”

3. verb

To give or receive a signal, especially one given by a light or sound.

“The actor cued the special effects team to start the pyrotechnics.”

4. verb

To play the cue ball in a game of pool or snooker.

“He cued the cue ball and hit it with great force.”

5. verb

To make a signal or indication, especially one given by a light or sound.

“The director cued the camera to start rolling.”

Synonyms

  • cue card
  • indication
  • prompt
  • signal

Antonyms

  • hindrance
  • obstacle