Bell

Meaning

a hollow metal device that makes a ringing sound when struck

a hollow object, usually made of metal, that makes a ringing sound when struck

Example Sentences

The church bell rang at noon.

The school bell rang loudly at noon.

Example Expressions

saved by the bell

Synonyms

chime, gong, ringer, buzzer, alarm

Entry 1

chime, gong, ringer

Entry 2

chime, gong, buzzer, alarm

Antonyms

silence, quiet

Collocations

ring the bell, church bell, school bell, door bell, alarm bell

Entry 1

ring the bell, church bell, school bell

Entry 2

ring the bell, church bell, door bell, alarm bell