verb
remind
To cause someone to remember something.
The note on the fridge reminds me to buy milk.
Etymology
The parts suggest bringing something to mind again. Reminding prompts a person to recover knowledge that might otherwise remain unnoticed.
More examples
- This song reminds me of our first road trip.
- Please remind me to call the dentist tomorrow.
- She reminded us that the library closes early today.
Forms
remind · reminds · reminded · reminding
reminder noun — Something that helps someone remember.