bell

1. bell (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A percussive instrument made of metal or other hard material, typically but not always in the shape of an inverted cup with a flared rim, which resonates when struck.

Example: HEAR the sledges with the bells —
Silver bells!
What a world of merriment their melody foretells!

2. bell (noun) — sense 2

Definition: An instrument that emits a ringing sound, situated on a bicycle's handlebar and used by the cyclist to warn of their presence.

3. bell (noun) — sense 3

Definition: The sounding of a bell as a signal.

Example: Referee Steve Smoger was an almost invisible presence in the ring as both men went at it, although he did have a word with Froch when he landed with a shot after the bell at the end of the eighth.

4. bell (verb) — sense 4

Definition: To attach a bell to.

Example: Who will bell the cat?

5. bell (verb) — sense 5

Definition: To shape so that it flares out like a bell.

Example: to bell a tube

6. bell (verb) — sense 6

Definition: To telephone.

Example: "Vinny, you tosser, it's Keith. I thought you were back today. I'm in town. Bell us on the mobile.