The alarm system
Example: Alarm system detects intrusions and alerts security personnel
Definition
"The alarm system" refers to a security device or set of devices designed to detect unauthorized entry or intrusions and notify occupants or security personnel through sounds, lights, or messages, helping to prevent theft or damage.
Etymology
The phrase "the alarm system" combines "alarm," from the Old French word 'alarme,' meaning 'to arms' or 'warning,' with "system," derived from the Greek 'systēma,' meaning 'organized whole.' Together, they describe a coordinated method of alerting against danger.
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"The alarm system" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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