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    Herald

    /ˈhɛr.əld/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    An official messenger or agent, especially one who makes announcements or proclamations.
    The herald proclaimed the king's arrival to the gathered crowd.
    A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of something.
    The sound of thunder is often seen as a herald of the coming storm.
    verb
    To announce or declare something, especially something important.
    The company heralded a new era of innovation with its latest product launch.
    To indicate or signify the approach of something.
    The first buds of spring herald the end of winter.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old French 'heraut', of Germanic origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    herald of change
    A person or thing that signifies a new change or development.
    herald the dawn
    To announce the arrival of a new beginning or era.
    herald in the new year
    To announce the arrival of the new year.

    Related Words

    harbinger
    A person or thing that announces or signals the approach of another.
    proclamation
    A public or formal announcement.
    sign
    An indication or signal that suggests something.