Meaning Of The Word Alarm

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Alarm Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Alarm?

alarm
Alarm is a feeling of fear or anxiety that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen.
countable noun: An alarm is an automatic device that warns you of danger, for example by ringing a bell.
countable noun: An alarm is the same as an alarm clock.
verb: If something alarms you, it makes you afraid or anxious that something unpleasant or dangerous might happen.

alarm in American English
a sudden call to arms
noun: a sudden fear or distressing suspense caused by an awareness of danger; apprehension; fright
transitive verb: to make fearful or apprehensive; distress

alarm in British English
to fill with apprehension, anxiety, or fear
noun: fear or terror aroused by awareness of danger; fright

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