Meaning & use
Klaxon
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A loud electric horn or warning signal used on vehicles or in emergencies.
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A klaxon blared through the submarine, signaling a dive.
The factory's klaxon sounded to mark the end of the shift.
A note on using this word
Originally a trademarked brand name for a type of horn, now used generically.
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