Carillon

/ˈkær.ɪ.lɒn/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A musical instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are played together, typically in a tower.
The sound of the carillon echoed through the town square every hour.
A musical composition written for a carillon.
The carillon piece performed at the festival was a beautiful arrangement of classical melodies.

Etymology

French, from 'carillon' meaning a peal of bells.

Common Phrases and Expressions

carillon concert:
A performance featuring a carillon, often held in public spaces.
play the carillon:
To perform music on a carillon, typically for an audience.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

To play a catchy tune on a carillon.
The musician really knew how to carillon the crowd!
To make noise in a melodious way similar to a carillon.
He was just carillon-ing away on the piano during the party.