chimes
Translation
bell sounds, ringing
Examples
The chimes of the clock rang at midnight.
The chimes of the clock rang at midnight.
I love the sound of wind chimes.
I love the sound of wind chimes.
Grammar Patterns
((the chimes of sth.)) the ringing sound of (sth.) The chimes of the church bells could be heard.
((wind chimes)) a decorative set of bells hung outdoors I bought some new wind chimes for the garden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bells, ringing, peal, carillon
Etymology
From Old French 'chimbe', from Latin 'cymbalum' meaning 'cymbal'. It refers to a set of tuned bells.
Memory Tips
The word 'chimes' sounds like the pleasant ringing sound it describes. Think of 'Christmas chimes'.