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has gloss	(noun) a colored warning light on an instrument panel (as for low oil pressure) idiot light
has gloss	eng: Idiot light is a mildly derogatory term that refers to a simplistic method of displaying information about a system (e.g. an engine, or a piece of factory equipment). Usually found in display panels, such as an automobile dashboard, idiot lights consist of an illumination source (usually an incandescent light bulb or an LED) with an explanatory symbol or text label. An "idiot light" will only turn on after a malfunction has occurred, providing no warning in advance, nor details of the malfunction's extent afterwards.
lexicalization	eng: idiot light
subclass of	(noun) a cautionary sign of danger warning light, red light

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part of	(noun) electrical device consisting of a flat insulated surface that contains switches and dials and meters for controlling other electrical devices; "he checked the instrument panel"; "suddenly the board lit up like a Christmas tree" instrument panel, control panel, control board, board, panel
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