doorbell

door-bell · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A bell, buzzer, or chime at the entrance of a building that visitors can ring to announce their presence.

  2. 2.

    A smart home device that includes a camera and intercom at the entrance.

Forms

plural: doorbells

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    ring the doorbell — to press the button to sound the bell

Related words

See also: bell, door, entrance
Synonyms: buzzer, door chime

Etymology

Compound of door + bell, formed in English to describe a bell at a door.