Heres the information on "knoll":
1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb
2. Definitions:
- Noun: a small hill or mound.
- Verb: to ring a bell in a slow, solemn way, especially for a funeral or death.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /noʊl/
- UK: /nəʊl/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "knoll" originated from the Middle English word "knolle" which means a small, rounded hill. It has been in use since the 14th century. It is commonly used in literature to describe a small, picturesque hill or mound. The verb form of the word is used to describe the act of ringing a bell slowly and mournfully, often in a funeral or memorial service.
5. Synonyms: hill, mound, hillock, rise, elevation
6. Related Words: hill, mound, ridge, slope, swell
7. Example Sentences:
- The cottage was nestled at the foot of a knoll, surrounded by wildflowers.
- The church bells began to knoll mournfully as the funeral procession approached.
- She climbed to the top of the knoll and surveyed the surrounding countryside.
- The cemetery was situated on a knoll overlooking the town.
- The sound of the knolling bells echoed through the silent chapel.