Meaning & Definition of word "Announce"
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Announce
/əˈnaʊns/
verb:
- 1. To make a public or formal declaration about something.
- Example: The school principal will announce the winner of the contest during the assembly.
- 2. To give notice of something, often in a formal manner.
- Example: The airline announced a delay in flight schedules due to bad weather.
- 3. To state something officially or publicly.
- Example: The government announced new policies aimed at improving public health.
Etymology
Middle English, from Latin 'annuntiare', which means 'to report, to make known'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
announce one's arrival:
To declare one's presence upon entering a place.
announce a winner:
To publicly proclaim the individual who has won a contest or prize.
grand announcement:
A major or significant declaration made publicly.
Related Words
announcement:
A formal public statement about a fact, occurrence, or intention.
announcer:
A person who announces something, especially a broadcaster.
announced:
Made known or declared to the public.
Slang Meanings of announce
Meaning: Give a shout-out
Example Sentence: He wanted to announce his friend's new business with a shout-out on social media.
Meaning: Drop a hint
Example Sentence: She didn't want to announce her promotion directly, so she just dropped hints about it.