Meaning of the word harbinger in English
What does harbinger mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
harbinger
US /ˈhɑːr.bɪn.dʒɚ/
UK /ˈhɑː.bɪn.dʒər/
Noun
a person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another
Example:
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The robin is a harbinger of spring.
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These early results may be a harbinger of future success.
Verb
to foreshadow or portend
Example:
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The dark clouds harbinger a coming storm.
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The sudden drop in temperature harbingers the arrival of winter.