noun
tocsin
Tocsin (noun) means an alarm or other signal sounded by a bell or bells, originally especially with reference to France.
noun
1
An alarm or other signal sounded by a bell or bells, originally especially with reference to France.
2
A bell used to sound an alarm.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Middle French, from Old French toquesain (modern tocsin), from Old Occitan tocasenh, from tocar (“strike, touch”) + senh (“bell”).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of tocsin?
"tocsin" (noun) means an alarm or other signal sounded by a bell or bells, originally especially with reference to France.
What are the different meanings of tocsin?
"tocsin" has 2 main meanings: 1. An alarm or other signal sounded by a bell or bells, originally especially with reference to France; 2. A bell used to sound an alarm.