handbell

English

noun
Definitions
  • (music) A small bell designed to be rung by hand.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English handbelle inherited from Old English handbelle (handbell) compound from English hand (style of penmanship, handwriting) + English bell.

Origin

English

bell

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