doorbell meaning

UK /ˈdɔːbɛl/ US /ˈdɔrbɛl/ 2 syllables

doorbell (noun): a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed.

Definition of doorbell

  1. a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed

    Synonyms: bell, buzzer

    Type of: push button

    Kinds: night bell

How to pronounce doorbell

doorbell is pronounced /ˈdɔːbɛl/ in British English and /ˈdɔrbɛl/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Word lists: words starting with DO · words ending in LL · 8-letter words

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