earlysignals

noun
UK /ˈɜːli ˈsɪɡnəlz/
US /ˈɜːrli ˈsɪɡnəlz/

Small signs that show something is about to happen.

The doctor noticed earlysignals of a cold, like a sore throat and a sneeze.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first small changes that show a big event is coming.

Scientists saw earlysignals of the storm in the sky.

3. Little hints that help you guess what will happen next.

Her smile was one of the earlysignals that she liked the gift.

4. The first signs of a problem before it gets worse.

Checking the car's earlysignals can stop a big breakdown.