fire alarm horn
A 'fire alarm horn' is a crucial safety device used to alert occupants of a building to evacuate in case of fire or emergency.
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Definition
B2Fire Safety
(technical)A loud device that sounds to alert people of a fire or emergency situation.
Example
- The fire alarm horn went off, prompting everyone to evacuate the building.
- In case of a fire, the fire alarm horn will sound to ensure everyone is alerted.
C1Historical
(historical)A siren used to alert a town or neighborhood of fire.
Example
- In the early 20th century, a fire alarm horn was used to alert the entire town of a fire.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "fire alarm horn":
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