Meaning
A machine that makes a long loud sound to warn people, used on police cars and fire engines.
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Word origin
From Greek Seiren, the sea creatures in old stories whose singing drew sailors onto the rocks.
- Origin
- Greek
- Root
- Seiren
Grammar
Examples
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A "siren" is the loud warning sound.
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Here "siren" is the machine on top of the car.
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"Sirens" is the plural form.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 19, lesson 12: siren, attorney, shift and 6 more words.