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handbell

/ˈhænd.bɛl/

Translations

handbellnoun

handbells

/ˈhænd.bɛl/

The choir used a handbell to signal the start of the performance.

Хор использовал колокольчик, чтобы подать сигнал к началу выступления.

Synonyms

ringing bell

handbelladjective

/ˈhændˌbɛl/

Used attributively before a noun to describe something relating to or characteristic of handbells.

Synonyms

handbellnoun

A small bell with a handle, typically used in pairs or sets for musical performances.

The choir performed a beautiful piece using a set of handbells.

A bell rung by hand, often used in schools or churches to signal the start or end of an event.

The teacher rang the handbell to signal the end of recess.

handbelladjective

Relating to, designed for, or characteristic of handbells or handbell performance (used only before a noun).

The church formed a handbell choir that rehearses weekly.