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  • bell
    adj. bell-like.

  • bell
    adj. shaped like a bell.
    Ex. bell sleeves.

  • bell
    bell (1), noun, verb, adjective,

  • bell
    bell (2), verb, noun.

  • bell
    expr. bell the cat, See under cat.

  • bell
    expr. bells, (Informal.) bell-bottom trousers.
    Ex. Wives ... slipped into their striped bells, and pulled sweaters over their torsi (Donald Barthelme).

  • bell
    expr. ring a bell, (Informal.) to evoke a response, as of the memory or of enthusiasm.
    Ex. That old song rings a bell with his parents.

  • bell
    expr. ring the bell, (Informal.) to score a hit; be a big success.
    Ex. A pretty dress is sure to ring the bell with any little girl (New Yorker).

  • bell
    expr. saved by the bell, (Informal.) saved from trouble by a chance piece of luck (from the former practice which allowed a count against a fallen boxer to be interrupted by the bell signaling the end of a round).
    Ex. Any report that the party chai

  • bell
    expr. with bells on, (U.S. Informal.) fully arrayed or prepared; readily; eagerly.
    Ex. He's an honored guest at the Indianapolis 500, the Phoenix Rodeo, ... to name just a few events he attends with bells on (New Yorker).

  • bell
    noun the cry of a deer at rutting time.

  • bell
    noun 1. a hollow metal cup that makes a musical sound when struck by a clapper or hammer. Typically, a bell has a flaring rim and is struck by a clapper suspended from the center of the interior.
    2. anything that makes a ringing sound as a signal.

  • bell
    v.i. 1. to swell out like a bell; flare.
    2. to make the sound of a bell; toll.

  • bell
    v.i., v.t. to bellow; roar; cry.

  • bell
    v.t. 1. to put a bell on; furnish with a bell.
    Ex. We belled the sheep.
    2. to cause to swell or bulge out like a bell.

Dictionary Page - Bell

Bell

Part of Speech

Noun, Verb

Pronunciation

/bɛl/

Definitions

  1. A hollow metal object that makes a ringing sound when struck, typically used to signal or attract attention.
  2. A sound produced by such an object.
  3. A device or object shaped like a bell, used for signaling or indicating a particular event (e.g., a doorbell, school bell).
  4. Verb: To make a sound like a bell (e.g., "The church bells bell at noon.").

Usage Examples

  • "The bell rang, signaling the end of the workday."
  • "She heard the bell echo across the town square."

Etymology

From Old English "bellan," meaning "to bellow," "to shout," which was influenced by the sound that bells made. The word "bell" itself has Germanic origins, appearing in various forms across languages, such as Old High German "bolla," meaning "ball," due to the round shape of the object.

Synonyms

  • Chime
  • Ringer
  • Toll
  • Alarm

Antonyms

  • Silence
  • Quiet

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Spanish Campana /kamˈpa.na/
French Cloche /klɔʃ/
German Glocke /ˈɡlɔkə/
Hindi घंटी (Ghanti) /ˈɡʰən̪t̪iː/
Tamil மணி (MaNi) /ˈmaɳi/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /bɛl/
  • American English: /bɛl/

Historical Usage

Bells have been in use since antiquity for religious ceremonies, as well as signaling events or marking time. Ancient civilizations such as the Chinese and Greeks are known to have used bells for both practical and ceremonial purposes. The use of bells in Christian churches, especially for signaling prayers and marking the time of day, became widespread in the Middle Ages.

Cultural Nuances

In many cultures, bells carry symbolic meanings. In some traditions, bells are used to ward off evil spirits or bring good luck. For example, in Japan, temple bells are rung during New Year’s Eve to expel the old year and usher in the new one. In Western cultures, bells are a common feature of weddings and are used to celebrate joyous occasions or announce significant events.

More Information

The bell is one of humanity's oldest and most enduring inventions. Initially created for religious or ritual purposes, bells evolved into everyday objects used in both practical and ceremonial contexts. The bell's shape, usually a hollow, bell-like form, allows for the production of a distinctive ringing sound, making it useful as a signaling device. Over the centuries, bells have been used in churches, schools, homes, and public spaces, marking everything from the time of day to important events like weddings and funerals. Today, bells are not only practical tools but are also treasured for their aesthetic qualities, often featured in public towers and as musical instruments in orchestras.

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