alarm bell
1 of 1noun/əˈlɑrm bɛl/
Forms:alarm bells
1
a bell or similar device that sounds to signal danger or a warning
- The fire alarm bell rang loudly, prompting everyone to evacuate.
- The teacher explained how to respond when the alarm bell rings.
- He installed an alarm bell outside his house for added security.
- The alarm bell signaled the start of the emergency drill.
- The sound of the alarm bell echoed through the building.
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