Pronunciation: /bɛl/
noun a hollow metal object, typically in the shape of a deep inverted cup widening at the lip, that sounds a clear musical note when struck, typically by means of a clapper inside.
A1 I heard the bell ring for lunch.
A2 She rang the bell to signal the end of the class.
B1 The church bell chimed loudly on Sunday morning.
B2 The bell on the bicycle was broken and didn't make any sound.
C1 The bell in the clock tower could be heard throughout the town.
C2 The antique bell in the museum was beautifully crafted and ornate.
verb to produce a ringing sound
A1 The cat bell rings when it wants to go outside.
A2 She heard the doorbell ring and went to answer it.
B1 The alarm bell alerted everyone to evacuate the building.
B2 The church bells will ring at noon to mark the start of the wedding ceremony.
C1 The ship's bell signaled the end of the captain's speech.
C2 The school bell will ring in five minutes, signaling the end of lunch.
adjective relating to or resembling a bell in shape
A1 She heard the bell ring and knew it was time for class to start.
A2 The bell pepper added a pop of color to the salad.
B1 The bell tower in the town square was a popular tourist attraction.
B2 The bell curve is used in statistics to show the distribution of data.
C1 The bell choir performed a beautiful rendition of classic Christmas carols.
C2 The bell jar is a novel written by Sylvia Plath.
formal The bell in the clock tower chimed every hour.
informal I heard the school bell ring for lunch.
slang Let's bounce before the bell rings for class.
figurative The news of her promotion was music to his ears, like a bell ringing in celebration.
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