English
Pronunciation
(Received Pronunciation|UK) IPA|/ËpÉËtÉnt/, SAMPA|/"pO:tEnt/
(General American|US) IPA|/ËpÉɹtÉnt/, SAMPA|/"pOrtEnt/
Noun
en-noun
- something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
- a portending; significance; as, a howl of dire portent.
- something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.
Related terms
portend
portentous
fr:portent
io:portent
te:portent
vi:portent
zh:portent
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