Meaning of reminder in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

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  1. Noun

    reminder

    Definitions

    1. a message that helps you remember something

    Examples

    • « he ignored his wife's reminders »

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  2. 2. an experience that causes you to remember something

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  3. 3. someone who gives a warning so that a mistake can be avoided

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