harbinger
Translation
harbinger, forerunner, precursor, omen
Examples
The robin is a harbinger of spring.
The robin is a harbinger of spring.
Grammar Patterns
a harbinger of ((sth.)) something that signals the approach of another The robin is a harbinger of spring.
Similar Words
Synonyms: omen, precursor, forerunner, sign
Etymology
From Old French 'herbergier' (to provide lodging), originally a person sent ahead to arrange lodging. The sense of 'forerunner' developed from this.
Memory Tips
Think of it 'bringing' a message before something happens. A 'har-bringer' brings something.