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harbinger

/ˈhɑrbɪndʒər/ noun · British & US
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What does harbinger mean?

noun

A person or thing that comes before another person or thing, especially one that indicates a future event or situation. A sign or indication of something that is going to happen.

Example

"The arrival of spring is often seen as a harbinger of warmer weather."

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