Bell Cote (Noun)
Meaning
A small shelter for bells; has a gable or shed roof.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The medieval chapel's bell cote was restored to its former glory with a new wooden roof and fresh coat of paint.
- At the edge of the village stood an old bell cote, its worn stone walls a testament to centuries of weathering.
- Locals believed the ancient bell cote hidden amidst the trees still held mystical powers that protected the community.
- Visitors marveled at the intricate carvings on the 14th-century bell cote that now sat atop the newly rebuilt town hall.
- The small bell cote's weathered wooden beams blended seamlessly into the surrounding landscape as it chimed softly in the morning breeze.