ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cowbell

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkaʊˌbɛl/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Cowbell is a noun meaning A bell worn by cows; sometimes with an ornate strap.

Meaning

A bell worn by cows; sometimes with an ornate strap.

More Meanings

  1. (music) A musical instrument, typically found without a clapper.
  2. Misconstruction of bell cow.

Example Sentences

It's good, but it really needs more cowbell.
This song would sound better with the addition of a cowbell.
The Eagles don't have a cow-bell running back, like Gurley, but they have enough by-committee.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cowbellist, horse-bell, bellwether, bell, bell-wether, cowskin.

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