alerts
|a-lerts|
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/əˈlɜrts/
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/əˈlɜːts/
(alert)
vigilant readiness
Etymology
'alert' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'all'erta,' where 'all' meant 'to' and 'erta' meant 'watchtower.'
'all'erta' transformed into the French word 'alerte,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alert' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to the watchtower,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'vigilant or warning.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a warning or signal of danger or a problem.
The city issued alerts for the incoming storm.
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Verb 1
to warn someone about a danger or problem.
The system alerts users to potential threats.
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Adjective 1
quick to notice and respond to potential danger or problems.
The guard remained alert throughout the night.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40