CEFR A2

alarm

noun

Meaning

A warning sound or signal that tells people about danger or that something needs attention.

Examples

The fire alarm rang loudly.
I set my alarm for 7 AM.

Synonyms: warning, alert, siren, signal

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alarm (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈlɑːrm/

Definition

A warning sound or signal that tells people about danger or that something needs attention.

Examples

The fire alarm rang loudly.
I set my alarm for 7 AM.
The alarm on my car went off for no reason.

How to Use alarm

alarm at (prepositional phrase): To feel fear or worry about something. — "She felt alarm at the thought of flying."
alarm clock (collocation): A clock that makes a noise at a set time to wake you up. — "My alarm clock didn't go off this morning."

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