Definitions

1. noun

A person who officially announces the arrival of a king, queen, or other high-ranking person, or a person who announces news or an event

“The herald sounded the trumpet to announce the king’s arrival.”

2. noun

A sign or symptom that announces or indicates the presence of something

“The fever was a herald of the impending illness.”

3. verb

To announce or indicate the arrival or presence of something

“The news heralded a new era of peace and prosperity.”

4. verb

To serve as a warning or a sign of something to come

“The stormy weather heralded a rough night ahead.”

5. noun

A bird, especially one that is known for its distinctive call, such as a bird that announces the time of day or the start of a new season

“The morning herald was the first bird to sing.”