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Clarion: meaning, definitions and examples

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clarion

 

[ หˆklรฆriษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

musical instrument

A clarion is a type of trumpet that produces a clear and shrill sound, often associated with heralding or signaling. The term is commonly used to describe a vibrant and penetrating tone that is reminiscent of the calls of heralds in medieval times. In broader usage, it can symbolize a call to action or a clear announcement intended to capture attention.

Synonyms

herald, signal, trumpet

Examples of usage

  • The clarion call of the trumpet echoed through the valley.
  • He played a clarion that summoned the villagers to the market.
  • The clarion notes pierced the air, announcing the arrival of the king.
Context #2 | Noun

figurative prompt

Beyond its literal musical meaning, 'clarion' is often used in a figurative sense to refer to a strong, clear call or message, especially one that serves to rally people to a cause or inspire action. This usage has grown in popularity, especially in literature and speeches, where emphasizing clarity and urgency is essential.

Synonyms

call, prompt, signal

Examples of usage

  • The leader issued a clarion for justice and equality.
  • Her speech served as a clarion call for environmental activism.
  • They recognized the clarion emerging from the community as a need for change.

Translations

Translations of the word "clarion" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น clarim

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเคพเคซเคผ เค†เคตเคพเคœเคผ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Klarinette

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ seruling

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะปะฐั€ั–ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ klarion

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒฉใƒชใ‚ชใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท clarion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ clarรญn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท klarin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํด๋ผ๋ฆฌ์˜จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒู„ุงุฑูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klarion

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klarion

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅท่ง’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ klarin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ klari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะปะฐั€ะธะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒšแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ klarin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ clarรญn

Etymology

The word 'clarion' comes from the Latin 'clarionem', which means 'a loud sound or trumpet'. This term itself is derived from 'clarus', meaning 'clear' or 'bright'. Initially used to describe a specific type of trumpet, the clarion has been associated with heralding messages and announcements. Through the centuries, its meaning expanded from strictly a musical instrument to symbolize any clear and urgent call to action. The word has been embraced in both literary and rhetorical contexts, often used to evoke feelings of importance or urgency in the messages it conveys. Its historical roots reflect a time when music played a crucial role in communication, especially in military and ceremonial settings, thereby forming a bridge from past practices to modern interpretations in various forms of discourse.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,237, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.