A sirene
Example: A sirene do carro tocou bem alto na rua.
Definition
A sirene is a device that emits a loud, piercing sound used as a warning signal, often found on emergency vehicles or security systems to alert people of danger or to clear the way.
Etymology
The word "sirene" comes from the Latin 'sīrēna,' which itself derives from the Greek 'seirēn,' referring to the mythological creatures whose enchanting songs lured sailors. Over time, the term evolved to describe warning devices emitting loud sounds.
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