Definitions

1. noun

a hollow piece of metal, typically shaped like a cup or cone, with a tongue or clapper inside that strikes it to produce a ringing sound, used as an alarm or to summon people.

“The school bell rang to signal the start of the new day.”

2. noun

a device that produces a ringing sound, especially one used in a telephone or electronic device.

“The phone has a bell to alert you of incoming calls.”

3. noun

a small, usually rounded, fruit of the pepper plant.

“The bell peppers are a key ingredient in this recipe.”

4. verb

to produce a ringing sound, especially as a signal.

“The fire alarm will bell loudly if there is a fire in the building.”

5. verb

to make a ringing sound, especially as a signal.

“The door will bell when someone enters the room.”

6. verb

to be in a state of great happiness, excitement, or triumph.

“She was belling with joy when she heard the news of her promotion.”

7. adjective

having a shape like a bell.

“The bell-shaped flowers bloomed in the garden.”