Meaning of the word "safety cone" in English

What does "safety cone" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

safety cone

US /ˈseɪf.ti ˌkoʊn/
UK /ˈseɪf.ti ˌkəʊn/

Noun

a cone-shaped object, usually orange or red, used to warn people of danger or to mark an area where work is being done

Example:
The construction crew placed several safety cones around the excavation site.
Be careful, there's a broken pipe marked by a safety cone.