Annunciator
noun
A device that makes a sound or visual signal to show that something has happened.
The annunciator in the factory started flashing when the machine broke down.
Often appears as...
- system annunciator
- alarm annunciator
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A person who makes formal public announcements, such as on a radio or television broadcast.
The radio station hired a new announcer for their morning program.
Often appears as...
- radio annunciator
- television annunciator
Usage tips
Media
noun
A device in aircraft or other vehicle providing audible or visible warnings or alerts.
The pilot noticed the annunciator light flashing, indicating a problem with the engine.
Often appears as...
- aircraft annunciator
- engine annunciator
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A device that makes a sound or visual signal to show that something has happened.
The annunciator in the factory started flashing when the machine broke down.
Often appears as...
- system annunciator
- alarm annunciator
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A person who makes formal public announcements, such as on a radio or television broadcast.
The radio station hired a new announcer for their morning program.
Often appears as...
- radio annunciator
- television annunciator
Usage tips
Media
noun
A device in aircraft or other vehicle providing audible or visible warnings or alerts.
The pilot noticed the annunciator light flashing, indicating a problem with the engine.
Often appears as...
- aircraft annunciator
- engine annunciator
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Alerts
Used in technical environments to signal equipment issues or safety warnings.
The boiler room's annunciator beeped, indicating high pressure.
Pro Tip 2/3Industrial Context
Common in industrial settings for system monitoring and efficient response.
An annunciator alerted workers to the conveyor belt malfunction.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Indicators
May also consist of flashing lights or changing displays, not just sounds.
A red light on the annunciator panel warned of overheating.
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Alerts
Used in technical environments to signal equipment issues or safety warnings.
The boiler room's annunciator beeped, indicating high pressure.
Pro Tip 2/3Industrial Context
Common in industrial settings for system monitoring and efficient response.
An annunciator alerted workers to the conveyor belt malfunction.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Indicators
May also consist of flashing lights or changing displays, not just sounds.
A red light on the annunciator panel warned of overheating.
Pro Tip 1/3Technical Alerts
Used in technical environments to signal equipment issues or safety warnings.
The boiler room's annunciator beeped, indicating high pressure.
Pro Tip 2/3Industrial Context
Common in industrial settings for system monitoring and efficient response.
An annunciator alerted workers to the conveyor belt malfunction.
Pro Tip 3/3Visual Indicators
May also consist of flashing lights or changing displays, not just sounds.
A red light on the annunciator panel warned of overheating.
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