O alarme
Example: O alarme tocou alto quando o incêndio começou.
Definition
"O alarme" refers to a device or system designed to give a loud warning sound or signal in case of danger or emergency, such as fire or intrusion, alerting people to take immediate action. For example, "O alarme tocou alto quando o incêndio começou" means the alarm sounded loudly when the fire started.
Etymology
The word "o alarme" comes from the Italian 'all'arme,' meaning 'to arms,' which was a call to prepare for battle or danger. Over time, it evolved into referring to any warning signal. Did you know that its roots trace back to military alerts in medieval times?
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