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verb (used with object), an·nun·ci·at·ed, an·nun·ci·at·ing.
- to announce.
noun
- an announcer.
- a signaling apparatus, generally used in conjunction with a buzzer, that displays a visual indication when energized by electric current.
verb
- (tr) a less common word for announce
noun
- a device that gives a visual indication as to which of a number of electric circuits has operated, such as an indicator in a hotel showing in which room a bell has been rung
- a device giving an audible signal indicating the position of a train
- a less common word for announcer
1530s, from past participle adjective annunciate (late 14c.) or directly from Latin annunciatus, misspelling of annuntiatus, past participle of annuntiare (see announce). In some cases perhaps a back-formation from annunciation. Related: Annunciated; annunciating.