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smoke signal

An indirect message or indication, especially concerning a future event.
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Additional definitions for 'smoke signal':

smoke signalA method of long-distance communication sometimes used in ancient and undeveloped societies, consisting of messages conveyed by means of columns or intermittent puffs of smoke.
smoke signalA type of flare or combustion device sometimes used as a distress signal.
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