Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
belfried
Adjective
/ˈbɛlfrɪd/
Definition
Having a bell tower or a belfry; suitable for containing bells.
Examples
- The old church was belfried, its tower ringing out across the valley.
- We admired the belfried structures throughout the historic district.
- The belfried cathedral stood majestically against the skyline.
Meaning
The term ‘belfried’ describes structures, especially towers, that house bells. This term often relates to churches or clock towers that feature a belfry at the top.
Synonyms
- belfry
- bell tower
- campanile
