occupied sign

Lavatory status display

An occupied sign is a small indicator, typically on a door or latch, showing that a space is in use—most commonly on bathroom stalls, airplane lavatories, or fitting rooms.

The sign usually toggles between "occupied" and "vacant" when the door is locked or unlocked: The occupied sign was showing, so I waited outside.

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availability status

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Lodging availability indicator

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presence indication

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Authorization to proceed

unlocked

access permission

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Display announcing friendly reception

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G