Meaning & Definition of word "Peal"
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Peal
/piːl/
noun:
- 1. A ringing of a bell or bells.
- Example: The peal of church bells echoed through the valley.
- 2. A loud sound, especially from a bell.
- Example: The peal of laughter filled the room.
- 3. A succession of sound that is somewhat like the ringing of bells.
- Example: We could hear the peal of thunder approaching in the distance.
verb:
- 1. To ring a bell or bells.
- Example: They will peal the bells at noon to signal the start of the celebration.
- 2. To sound loudly or in a resonant fashion.
- Example: The choir began to peal their voices in harmony.
Etymology
Middle English pele, from Old English *pēal, meaning 'ringing or sound.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
peal of laughter:
A loud burst of laughter.
peals of bells:
The ringing of bells, often in celebration or mourning.
Related Words
bell:
A hollow instrument that makes a ringing sound when struck.
ring:
To make a sound like a bell.
Slang Meanings of peal
Meaning: A sound that is particularly loud or joyous.
Example Sentence: That party had such a peal of fun!
Meaning: Used informally to describe something overwhelming.
Example Sentence: The peal of excitement in the stadium was electric.