prewarning
- noun
- /priˈwɔrnɪŋ/
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preaviso
- A loud alarm acts as a prewarning before the machinery starts operating.
Examples
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Drivers received a prewarning on their phones before the road was closed due to flooding.
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The weather service issued a prewarning about the approaching storm to help people prepare.
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The weather service issued a prewarning about the storm.
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Did you receive the prewarning about the earthquake drill?
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The weather service issued a prewarning about the impending storm, urging residents to prepare.
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The company provided a prewarning to employees about potential layoffs due to budget cuts.
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Parents received a prewarning about the school lockdown before it happened, keeping them informed.
Synonyms
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1.0
A statement or sign that tells people about danger before it happens
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2.8
A warning that something dangerous or important may happen
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4.3
An official warning that tells the public about possible danger or bad weather
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3.3
A message that tells you about something, often sent by email or an app
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4.1
A quick warning that something will happen
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5.6
A sign or notice that something bad will happen
A notice given before an event or change
An official short notice that tells people about news coming soon
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Etymology
Prewarning comes from the prefix pre- meaning 'before' and the word warning meaning 'a sign of danger'. So a prewarning is an alert given before a possible danger or event to help people get ready.