Klaxon
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈklæksən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Klaxon is a noun meaning A loud electric alarm or horn, especially as used in automobiles in the early 20th century.
Meaning
A loud electric alarm or horn, especially as used in automobiles in the early 20th century.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To produce a loud, siren-like wail.
Example Sentences
He headed down the Embankment. It was noon precisely. Big Ben klaxoned the hour with blasts of servo whistle.
Irenka was up front using the lavatory when the lights in the cabin went red and the klaxon sounded over the speakers.
Suffering. It was like a great discordant symphony ringing out from the world; like a klaxoning of a million million cracked bells.
When the claxon sounded they immediately stopped what they were doing and uncovered the Oerlikon. Paddy, who was ammunition feeder, stood by while Jock trained the 20mm gun around.
Word Forms
- klaxons
- klaxoning
- klaxoned
Synonyms for klaxon
Depending on context, synonyms include claxon.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include claxon, horn, klaxoning, clanger, tocsin, airhorn.
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