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warning

The correct spelling is warning.

How to pronounce warning

/ˈwɔːnɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈwɔːnɪŋ/

Say it like: War-nin-g

The correct spelling is warning. To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially: For example: "Don't let me catch you running in the corridor again, I warn you."

Usage Examples

Don't let me catch you running in the corridor again, I warn you.

A sign warns trespassers off/away from the site.

The boss gave him a warning that he would be fired if he did not desist from his behaviour.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially:
  2. 2.To caution or admonish (someone) against unwise or unacceptable behaviour.
  3. 3.(chiefly with "off", "away", and similar words) To advise or order to go or stay away.
  4. 4.To give warning.

noun

  1. 1.The action of the verb warn; an instance of warning someone.
  2. 2.Something spoken or written that is intended to warn.

interjection

  1. 1.Used to warn of danger in signs and notices.

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