noun

nola

nō-lä′

Nola (noun) means a tiny bell rung during a church consecration ceremony. Example: “The priest rang the nola at the moment of consecration.”

noun

A tiny bell rung during a church consecration ceremony.

"The priest rang the nola at the moment of consecration."

How to use nola

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA small ceremonial bell used in church rituals.

Word forms

Nolas plural

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Etymology

From Latin nola, popularly linked to the Italian town of Nola, said to be where church bells were first used in Christian worship — though it may simply be an imitation of the bell's sound.

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for nola

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Frequently asked questions

What does “nola” mean?

The word “nola” means a tiny bell rung during a church consecration ceremony. In plain terms, a small ceremonial bell used in church rituals.

How do you pronounce “nola”?

“Nola” is pronounced nō-lä′.

How do you use “nola” in a sentence?

Here is “nola” used in a sentence: “The priest rang the nola at the moment of consecration.”

What part of speech is “nola”?

“Nola” is a noun.

Where does the word “nola” come from?

The word “nola” comes from Latin. From Latin nola, popularly linked to the Italian town of Nola, said to be where church bells were first used in Christian worship — though it may simply be an imitation of the bell's sound.