1. (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Warn.

2. (a.) Giving previous notice; cautioning; admonishing; as, a warning voice.

3. (n.) Previous notice.

4. (n.) Caution against danger, or against faults or evil practices which incur danger; admonition; monition.

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