warning — a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈwɔːrnɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- My mom's raised eyebrow is a clear warning that I'm in trouble.
- The teacher gave us a warning about using phones during class.
- His stomach growling was a warning that lunch break couldn't come soon enough.
warning
NOUN[/ˈwɔːrnɪŋ/]
a statement or event that indicates a possible or impending danger, problem, or other unpleasant situation
A supervisor gives workers a warning about unsafe scaffolding overhead
Morning's adorning peace gives way to nature's warning!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Old English 'warnian', meaning 'to caution or inform of danger'. The word originates from Germanic roots used by Germanic peoples to alert companions of potential threats, and its essential meaning of cautionary notification has been preserved to the present day.
Breakdown
warn (to caution) + -ing (gerund/present participle suffix forming a noun or verbal noun). The suffix -ing converts the verb into a noun denoting the action or process of warning.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's raised eyebrow is a clear warning that I'm in trouble.”
“The teacher gave us a warning about using phones during class.”
“His stomach growling was a warning that lunch break couldn't come soon enough.”
“The red warning label clearly stated 'Do not operate when sleepy'.”
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