bell tower

noun

: a tower that supports or shelters a bell

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Before its condo conversion, the 1912 doorman building, with its unique bell tower, had been a commercial showroom, primarily for light fixtures. — Joyce Cohen, New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026 Jacksonville introduces palm trees and a distinctly Floridian feel, while Orlando showcases twin bell towers and Spanish Mission-style architecture at its Amtrak station. — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 19 Aug. 2026 In the background, the bell tower of Notre-Dame de l'Assomption church. — Kissa Castaneda, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 The district said historic artifacts from the building have already been preserved, including the bell towers and entrance and will be incorporated into the new complex. — Elaine Rojas-Castillo, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bell tower

Word History

First Known Use

1596, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bell tower was in 1596

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“Bell tower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bell%20tower. Accessed 18 Oct. 2026.

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