a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc

(Christianity) the announcement to the Virgin Mary by the angel Gabriel of the incarnation of Christ

announce publicly or officially

an announcement that usually advises or warns the public of some threat

a public announcement of a proposed marriage

an announcement distributed to members of the press in order to supplement or replace an oral presentation

an announcement containing information about an event

an announcement of the events that will occur as part of a theatrical or sporting event

(Christianity) the announcement to the Virgin Mary by the angel Gabriel of the incarnation of Christ