cowbell
What is another word for cowbell? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A bell hung around a cow's neck, often on a strap, so that the animal can be located by sound.
We haven't recorded synonyms for cowbell yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use cowbell
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wear a cowbell
ring of a cowbell
add cowbell to a track
more cowbell
The word is informal and everyday, with an extra playful sense in music contexts.
Etymology
The word is a straightforward combination of cow and bell, describing a bell originally made for cows to wear.
Full origin of cowbell →Frequently asked questions
What is a cowbell used for?
Originally it was worn by cows so farmers could track their location by sound; the same design is also used as a musical percussion instrument.
Does a cowbell have a clapper like a regular bell?
The musical version typically has no internal clapper and is instead struck from the outside with a stick or mallet.
Is cowbell only a musical term?
No, its original and still common meaning is the bell farmers put on cows, alongside its use as a percussion instrument.
