coup de fil — meaning in English

English meaning

• bell noun A hollow metal instrument, often shaped like a cup, that rings when struck.
• buzz noun A continuous humming sound, like that of an insect or low conversation.

Senses

coup de fil is used for these senses in English:

• bell (chiefly, British, informal) A telephone call.
• buzz (informal) A telephone call or e-mail.
• telephone call The conversation held by the two parties on this connection.

bell — full definition

1. noun A hollow metal instrument, often shaped like a cup, that rings when struck.
2. verb To attach a bell to something.
3. verb To flare out or take on a bell-like shape.

buzz — full definition

1. noun A continuous humming sound, like that of an insect or low conversation.
2. noun Excited public interest or gossip about something.
3. noun A feeling of mild excitement or intoxication.
4. verb To make a continuous humming sound.
5. verb To contact someone quickly by phone or intercom.

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