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advisory
/ədˈvaɪ.zər.i/
[/ədˈvaɪ.zər.i/]
advice service or warning
Advancednoun
Definition
A service that gives advice, or an official warning. As an adjective, it means having the power to advise.
Example
The weather service issued an advisory warning people to avoid the coast during the storm.
The weather service issued an advisory warning people to avoid the coast during the storm.
Etymology
From 'advise' (Old French 'aviser', from Latin 'ad' plus 'visum', seen) plus '-ory'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used as a noun for warnings and services, and as an adjective for advising roles.