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Definition warning in British English

warning noun

noun
/ˈwɔː(r)nɪŋ/
1

an action or statement telling someone of a possible problem or danger

Example

By law, cigarette packets must carry a health warning.

Example

a warning against driving on the icy roads

Example

a warning of severe thunderstorms

Example

Investors had little advance warning of the stock market crash.

Example

Suddenly, without warning, Mitch turned and hit Jacob in the face.

Synonyms and related words
warning notice caution
Example

warning labels/messages/signs

Synonyms and related words
advisory cautionary consultative
2

an action or statement telling someone that they will be punished or that something bad will happen if they do something

Example

This is your last warning - if you're late again, you'll lose your job.

Example

Police issued a warning to drivers that speed limits will be strictly enforced.

Synonyms and related words
warning notice caution
Definition warning in British English