What does CHIME mean?

Chime 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

• Noun: a bell or a set of bells, typically hung in a tower and played by a keyboard or by ropes attached to the clappers.
• Verb: (of a bell or clock) make melodious ringing sounds, typically to indicate the time.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /tʃaɪm/
• UK: /tʃʌɪm/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "chime" originated from the Old English word "cim" which means "sound with a musical tone". It has been used since the 13th century as a noun to describe a set of bells or a bell tower. As a verb, it has been used since the 15th century to describe the sound of bells ringing melodiously. In modern usage, "chime" can also be used metaphorically to describe a harmonious or synchronized event or sound.

5. Synonyms:

• Bell
• Ring
• Toll

6. Related Words:

• Chimp
• Clime
• Crime
• Prime
• Slime

7. Example Sentences:

• She heard the chime of the church bells and knew it was time to go home.
• The grandfather clock in the hallway chimes every hour.
• The birds outside the window chime in with their own melodies.
• The orchestras instruments chime together in perfect harmony.
• The chime of the ice cream trucks bell brought all the kids running.