Reveille

usgb/ˈrevəli/
noun

A signal, usually music played early in the morning to wake up people in a camp or military base.

The soldiers woke up at dawn to the sound of reveille.
Visual representation of "reveille" - A signal, usually music played early in the morning to wake up people in a camp or military base.

Often appears as...

  • sound reveille
  • play reveille

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Military Origin

Reveille has military origins, signifying a regimented, disciplined start to the day.

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The cadets disliked the shrill tune of reveille but appreciated the order it brought.
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Morning Routine

It's associated with morning activities and routines, symbolizing a new day's beginning.

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Even long after service, he followed a reveille-like morning routine.
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Used Figuratively

Reveille can be used figuratively to mean any start or awakening.

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The shocking news served as a reveille for the unprepared team.
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