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Translate files Reminder
/rɪˈmaɪndər/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A message or cue that serves to help someone remember something.
I set a reminder on my phone to call my doctor.
Something that serves as a prompt to recall a fact, event, or action.
The calendar on the wall is a constant reminder of important dates.
A note or device that alerts someone to a task or responsibility.
She left a reminder note on the fridge to pay the bills.
An instance of recalling someone’s attention to a matter.
His friendly email was a gentle reminder about the upcoming meeting.
Etymology
Middle English, from the verb 'remind' + the suffix '-er', indicating a person or thing that performs an action.
Common Phrases and Expressions
reminder note
A written message intended to remind someone of something.
gentle reminder
A polite and soft prompt to someone about a task or obligation.
Related Words
remind
To cause someone to remember something.
memory
The mental faculty of retaining and recalling past experiences.
Slang Meanings
A nudge to remember something important.
Don't forget, send me a text later as a reminder!
A friendly prompt to stay on track.
I set a reminder to get back to you about the party plans.