Definition of burglar alarm
:a device that makes a loud noise (such as a ringing sound) if someone tries to enter a building by using force
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burglar alarm
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burglar
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: one who commits burglary
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alarm
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: a call to arms
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: a signal (such as a loud noise or flashing light) that warns or alerts
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: sudden sharp apprehension and fear resulting from the perception of imminent danger
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: to strike with fear
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: disturb, excite
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: to give warning to
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