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Stop

This page is about the meaning, origin and characteristic of the symbol, emblem, seal, sign, logo or flag: Stop.

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Irish traffic stop sign.

A stop sign is a traffic sign to notify drivers that they must stop before proceeding

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Graphical characteristics:
Asymmetric, Closed shape, Colorful, Contains both straight and curved lines, Has no crossing lines.

Category: Navigation Signs.

Stop is part of the Road Signs group.

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