doorbell
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for doorbell, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A button or device by an entrance that rings or chimes to alert people inside that someone is at the door.
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How to use doorbell
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "door" and "bell."
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What does “doorbell” mean?
The word “doorbell” means a button or device by an entrance that rings or chimes to alert people inside that someone is at the door. In plain terms, the button you press at someone's front door, or (in campaigning) to canvass house by house.
How do you pronounce “doorbell”?
“Doorbell” is pronounced DAW-behl (/ˈdɔɹ.bɛl/ in IPA).
How do you use “doorbell” in a sentence?
Here is “doorbell” used in a sentence: “The doorbell rang just as she sat down to eat.”
What part of speech is “doorbell”?
Depending on how it is used, “doorbell” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “doorbell” have?
“Doorbell” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a button or device by an entrance that rings or chimes to alert people inside that someone is at the door.