portent
/ˈpɔːtɛnt//ˈpɔɹtɛnt/
noun
- 1
Something that portends an event about to occur, especially an unfortunate or evil event; an omen.
- 2
A portending; significance
“a howl of dire portent”
- 3
Something regarded as portentous; a marvel; prodigy.
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