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doorbell

 

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Noun doorbell has 1 sense
  1. doorbell, bell, buzzer - a push button at an outer door that gives a ringing or buzzing signal when pushed
    --1 is a kind of push button, push, button
    --1 has particulars: night bell

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Doorbell

Description

A doorbell is a device that is placed outside a door to signal the presence of a visitor or arrival.

Senses and Usages

Noun - Electronic Device

In its primary sense, a doorbell refers to an electronic device located outside a door, typically mounted on the wall or doorframe. When pushed, it emits a sound or chime to alert the occupants of a visitor.

Example: The doorbell rang, and she hurriedly went to answer the door.

Noun - Musical Chime

Doorbell can also refer to a musical chime that is installed as a doorbell, allowing users to choose a melodic sound to play rather than a simple ring.

Example: Their doorbell plays a delightful tune whenever someone visits their home.

Noun - Mechanism

Doorbell also refers to the mechanism or mechanism component responsible for producing the sound or chime.

Example: The doorbell stopped working, and he had to call an electrician to fix it.

Verb

As a verb, doorbell describes the act of pressing or ringing a doorbell to alert someone of your presence.

Example: He doorbelled their house, but there was no response.

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