CLARION


Meaning of CLARION in English

[ 'klarɪən ]

■ noun historical a shrill narrow-tubed war trumpet.

■ adjective literary loud and clear.

Phrases

~ call a strongly expressed demand for action.

Origin

ME: from med. L. clario(n-) , from L. clarus 'clear'.

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