Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
herald
noun and verb
/ˈhɛr.əld/
Definition
A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of something.
Examples
- The arrival of spring is heralded by the blooming flowers.
- Traditionally, a herald used to announce the arrival of important figures at ceremonies.
Meaning
To herald means to announce or proclaim something, often in a significant way. It can also refer to an event or indicator that foreshadows what is to come.
Synonyms
- announcer
- forerunner
- messenger
- predecessor
