Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clapper
noun
/ˈklæpər/
Definition
A clapper is a hinged or swinging piece that strikes a bell or other object to produce sound.
Examples
- The church’s clapper rang loudly every hour.
- During the performance, the stage crew used a clapper to signal the start of each scene.
- The old clock had a large clapper that echoed through the empty hall.
Meaning
The term ‘clapper’ refers to the part inside a bell that moves back and forth to create a ringing sound.
Synonyms
- Bell striker
- Striker
- Hammer
