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warning
To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially:
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verb
To make (someone) aware of (something impending); especially:
To caution or admonish (someone) against unwise or unacceptable behaviour.
“Don't let me catch you running in the corridor again, I warn you.”
(chiefly with "off", "away", and similar words) To advise or order to go or stay away.
“A sign warns trespassers off/away from the site.”
To give warning.
noun
The action of the verb warn; an instance of warning someone.
Something spoken or written that is intended to warn.
“The boss gave him a warning that he would be fired if he did not desist from his behaviour.”
interjection
Used to warn of danger in signs and notices.
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Don't let me catch you running in the corridor again, I warn you.
A sign warns trespassers off/away from the site.
The boss gave him a warning that he would be fired if he did not desist from his behaviour.