tocsin

tocsin

noun

Definition of TOCSIN

1

an object intended to give public notice or warning <the tocsin rang out, warning us of the approaching tornado>

Synonyms flag, tocsin

Related Words red light; knell

2

something that tells of approaching danger or risk <noted that a sudden drop in a student's grades may be a tocsin of a serious personal problem>

Synonyms caution, red flag, red light, tip-off, tocsin, wake-up call

Related Words omen, portent, premonition, presage; notice, notification; buoy, indicator, knell, sign, signal; foretaste, foretoken; announcement, declaration

Near Antonyms all clear