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smoke alarm

 

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Noun smoke alarm has 1 sense
  1. fire alarm, smoke alarm - an alarm that is tripped off by fire or smoke
    --1 is a kind of alarm, warning device, alarm system

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Smoke Alarm

Definition:

A smoke alarm is a device that senses smoke and sounds a loud alarm signal to alert occupants of a fire or potential fire.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A device installed in buildings to detect smoke and prevent fire hazards.

Example: The smoke alarm in our house went off in the middle of the night, alerting us to the fire in the kitchen.

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Sense 2:

Noun: A portable device used for personal safety, typically battery-operated.

Example: She always travels with a smoke alarm to ensure she is protected in case of a fire in her hotel room.

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Sense 3:

Noun: The sound or signal produced by a smoke alarm.

Example: The piercing sound of the smoke alarm frightened the children, but it alerted them to quickly evacuate the building.

Usage:

Popular: Smoke alarms are essential for home safety and are required by building codes in many countries.

Local: The city fire department distributes free smoke alarms to residents as part of their fire prevention campaign.

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