Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cry-of-alarm
noun
/kraɪ əv əˈlɑrm/
Definition
A sudden call or shout for help or attention, often indicating an emergency or urgent situation.
Examples
- The fire alarm was a cry-of-alarm, bringing people to evacuate the building quickly.
- Her sudden scream was a cry-of-alarm that alerted everyone in the neighborhood.
- The report served as a cry-of-alarm for the environmental issues affecting the area.
Meaning
A cry-of-alarm is a response to danger or distress, intending to alert others about a critical issue needing immediate action.
Synonyms
- alert
- alarm
- warning
- signal
