blinker
blinker / blinker / blinker
Noun
pl: blinkers
This term describes devices designed to limit visual input or signal intent. In automotive contexts, it refers to the rhythmic flashing of a light, creating a visual pulse that alerts other drivers to a change in direction. When applied to animals or people, the term refers to physical barriers that narrow the field of vision. This creates a psychological state of intense focus by eliminating peripheral distractions, often associated with rigid adherence to a single path or goal.
Meanings
Nounblinker
A light on a vehicle that flashes to indicate a turn or a change in lane.
"The driver forgot to use his blinker when turning left."