A telephone call, as in “give me a bell”.
Bell
Example Sentences
"Give me a bell when you get there."
"I'll bell you later, mate."
Etymology & History
Short for "bell-telephone" or from the ringing sound. Common Cockney slang since telephones became widespread in the early-mid 20th century.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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