n. Notice beforehand of the consequences that will probably follow continuance in some particular course; admonitory advice to do or to abstain from doing something, as in reference to approaching a probable danger.n. That which warns, or serves to warn or admonish.n. Heed; the lesson taught by or to be learned from a caution given.n. Previous notice: as, a short warning.n. A summons; a call; a bidding.n. A notice given to terminate a business relation, as that of master and servant, employer and employee, landlord and tenant; a notice to quit.In biology, serving as a menace to enemies; of threatening aspect: somewhat specially used of a strikingly conspicuous coloration. See the quotation.