Meaning of the word presage in English
What does presage mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
presage
US /ˈpres.ɪdʒ/
UK /ˈpres.ɪdʒ/
Verb
to be a sign or warning that something, typically something bad, will happen
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The heavy clouds presage a storm.
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The sudden drop in stock prices could presage an economic crisis.
Noun
a sign or warning that something typically bad will happen; an omen
Example:
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Some people consider a black cat a presage of bad luck.
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The eerie silence was a presage of the disaster to come.