belfry
/ˈbɛlfri/
noun
- A tower or part of a church tower where bells are hung.
- Bats often roost in the dark corners of the belfry.
- The old church had a tall belfry that could be seen from across the village.
- The carpenter repaired the wooden beams in the belfry so the bells could ring safely.
- A tall structure that holds bells, such as a bell tower or campanile.
- The ancient belfry stood alone in the field, a remnant of a long-gone monastery.
- Tourists climbed the narrow stairs to the top of the belfry for a panoramic view.
- The town square's belfry chimed every hour, marking the time for everyone nearby.
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