Meaning & Definition of word "Blare"
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Blare
/blɛər/
noun:
- 1. a loud, harsh sound.
- Example: The blare of the trumpets filled the air during the parade.
- 2. a loud noise from a radio or other source.
- Example: She turned off the blare of the television to focus on her work.
verb:
- 1. to emit a loud, harsh sound.
- Example: The sirens blared as the emergency vehicles rushed to the scene.
- 2. to make a loud noise, often in a way that is unpleasant.
- Example: The horn of the car blared unexpectedly, startling everyone on the street.
Etymology
Middle English; probably imitative of the sound itself.
Common Phrases and Expressions
blare out:
to sound loudly or prominently.
blare away:
to continue making loud noises.
blare like a siren:
to emit a very loud, piercing sound.
Related Words
blast:
a sudden loud noise.
horn:
a device that makes a loud sound.
siren:
a device for making a loud warning sound.
sound:
vibration that travels through the air or another medium.
Slang Meanings of blare
Meaning: To play music very loudly.
Example Sentence: We turned up the speakers and let the music blare.
Meaning: To speak in an aggressive or loud manner.
Example Sentence: He was blaring at his friends during the argument.