Meaning & Definition of word "Blare"

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.