smoke signal
US /ˈsmoʊk ˌsɪɡ.nəl/
UK /ˈsmoʊk ˌsɪɡ.nəl/
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煙霧信號
a column of smoke used as a signal, especially one made by a fire on a mountain or hill to send a message
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The stranded hikers sent up a smoke signal to alert rescuers.
被困的徒步旅行者發出煙霧信號以提醒救援人員。
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In ancient times, smoke signals were a common way to communicate over long distances.
在古代，煙霧信號是遠距離通訊的常用方式。