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Bell

Resonant percussion instrument used for signaling, worship, or musical purposes.

ringing device clapper

A bell is a resonant percussion instrument often used to produce sound for signaling, worship, or musical purposes.

Pronunciation

/bɛl/

Etymology

The word 'bell' comes from Old English 'bel', of Germanic origin.

Explain Like I’m 5

A bell is a metal instrument that makes a ringing sound when you hit it, and people use them to announce things or as part of music.

Fun Facts

The largest free-swinging bell in the world is Big Ben in London
Bells have been used for communication and religious ceremonies for thousands of years
Some bells are tuned to specific musical notes

FAQ

What is a bell? A bell is a percussion instrument that produces sound when struck
What are bells used for? Bells are used for signaling, worship, and musical purposes
How do bells make sound? They produce a ringing sound when the clapper inside strikes the bell's body

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

chime gong

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

percussion instrument musical instrument

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

church bell handbell cowbell

Meronyms — Parts or Components

clapper resonator

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

church school clock tower

Indexes

electronic device musical instrument

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