Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knell
noun
/nɛl/
Definition
The sound of a bell, especially when rung solemnly for a death or a funeral.
Examples
- The knell of the church bells echoed through the valley, reminding everyone of the grave occasion.
- As the knell rang out, the community gathered to pay their final respects.
Meaning
The knell signifies lamentation or the end of something, often associated with mourning.
Synonyms
- bell toll
- funeral bell
- chime
