noun
- an Italian title of respect for a man, equivalent to sir or mister
Usage: archaic; Italian origin
Examples
- The merchant greeted the visitor as Signior Antonio.
- In Shakespeare’s plays, characters often address Italian gentlemen as signior.
- The old letter was addressed to Signior Giovanni of Venice.
- Signior, may I have a word with you about the contract?
- The ambassador introduced himself as Signior Marco to the court.