tocsin Meaning & Definition
/ˈtɒksɪn/
What Does Tocsin Mean?
Tocsin is used as a noun meaning An alarm or other signal sounded by a bell or bells, originally especially with reference to France. It can also mean A bell used to sound an alarm.
Tocsin in Brief
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈtɒksɪn// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | alarm bell and warning bell |
| Plural | tocsins |
Tocsin Definition (Noun)
- An alarm or other signal sounded by a bell or bells, originally especially with reference to France.
- A bell used to sound an alarm.
Synonyms of Tocsin
Tocsin synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Tocsin
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Tocsin in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
tocsin (plural tocsins)
Words That Rhyme With Tocsin
Origin of Tocsin
Borrowed from Middle French, from Old French toquesain (modern tocsin), from Old Occitan tocasenh, from tocar (“strike, touch”) + senh (“bell”).
Tocsin Pronunciation
Tocsin is pronounced //ˈtɒksɪn// and has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Tocsin
What part of speech is tocsin?
Tocsin is a noun.
What is another word for tocsin?
Words with a similar meaning to tocsin include alarm bell and warning bell. See the full list of tocsin synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of tocsin?
The plural of tocsin is tocsins.