General Definition: 1. Something thick on top of or covering a flat surface, such as a thick layer of dust, a coating of some sort, or any thing or any action that can be directly or indirectly associated with this sign in a given context. Most signers will assume it means ‘carpet’ unless the context suggests otherwise. As a Noun: 1. A thick, flat piece of cloth which is used to cover the floors and stairs in a building. English = carpet.