warningcode

noun
UK /ˈwɔːnɪŋ kəʊd/
US /ˈwɔːrnɪŋ koʊd/

A warning code is a special sign or number that tells you something might be wrong.

The computer showed a warning code when the battery got too hot.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A set of letters or numbers a machine uses to show a possible problem.

The printer displayed a warning code on its screen.

3. A short message in a program that tells the user to be careful.

The app sent a warning code before deleting the files.

4. A label used in weather reports to show danger.

The radio gave a warning code for the coming storm.