Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peal
noun
/piːl/
Definition
A loud ringing of bells, typically used to indicate a celebration or an event.
Examples
- The peal of church bells signified the start of the wedding ceremony.
- After the storm, the peal of distant bells could be heard celebrating the end of the downpour.
Meaning
The sound produced by ringing bells, often associated with joy or significant occasions.
Synonyms
- ring
- chime
- toll
- clang
