🚨siren

noun
/ˈsaɪrən/

Meaning

A device that makes a loud prolonged sound as a signal or warning; in mythology, a creature that lures sailors with enchanting songs.

Example Sentences

The police car passed with its siren blaring.

Example Expressions

siren song

Synonyms

alarm, signal, warning, enchantress, temptress

Antonyms

silence, quiet

Collocations

police siren, ambulance siren, fire siren, siren song

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