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advisory

n. · adj.
US //ædˈvaɪzɝi// UK //ɐdvˈaɪzəɹˌi// ad·vi·so·ry
  1. 1 official warning (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate American English

    an official announcement that warns people about a problem, like bad weather or a travel risk.

    an official announcement or report issued by an authority to provide information or warning about a specific hazard.

    Example

    The government issued a travel advisory because of the heavy snowstorm.

    Example

    The National Weather Service issued a dense fog advisory for the coastal counties, urging motorists to exercise extreme caution during the morning commute.

    Usage

    often used with specific modifiers like 'weather', 'travel', or 'security'

  2. 2 giving advice (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Formal

    having the power or duty to give advice rather than making final decisions.

    having the power or function of giving advice; recommendatory rather than executive or mandatory.

    Example

    She has an advisory role on the committee but she cannot vote.

    Example

    The board established an advisory council to provide expert guidance on environmental policy without granting them formal legislative power.

    Usage

    usually precedes the noun it modifies

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  1. 3 containing advice (adj.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    describing a document or message that gives suggestions or warnings.

    containing or consisting of advice or warnings.

    Example

    The bank sent an advisory letter to all customers about the new security rules.

    Example

    The department released an advisory memorandum detailing the potential risks associated with the new software update.

Origin

From advise + -ory.

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