Meaning & Definition of word "Bell"

Bell

/bɛl/

1. A hollow metallic instrument that emits a ringing sound when struck.
- Example: The church bell rang loudly, signaling the start of the service.
2. A device used to signal or announce something, usually by ringing.
- Example: He pressed the doorbell, and we heard a pleasant chime from inside the house.
3. A shape that resembles a bell, particularly the flared, rounded shape of certain flowers.
- Example: The bluebells in the garden were in full bloom, creating a stunning display.
4. The bell shaped or circular part of a device or structure.
- Example: The architect designed a bell tower to house the large bell.

1. To sound a bell; to make a ringing sound.
- Example: They will bell the chimes at noon to mark the hour.
2. To form or shape something into a bell curve or bell shape.
- Example: The data on the graph bell-curved symmetrically around the average.

●Old English 'bellan', of uncertain origin.

bell curve:

A graph depicting a normal distribution.

bell tolls:

A phrase meaning a call or warning, often about mortality.

gives a bell:

To contact someone, typically by phone.

tinkle:

A light, delicate ringing sound made by a small bell.

dinger:

A colloquial term for a bell or similar device that produces sound.

gong:

A large bell that produces a resonant sound, often used in ceremonies.

Meaning: To inform or notify someone.

● Example Sentence: I’ll bell you when I get there.

Meaning: To ring someone’s phone.

● Example Sentence: Just bell me if you need anything.