doorbell

Definition

  • noun: a bell inside a house or building that is rung usually by pushing a button beside an outside door
  • noun: a bell or set of chimes to be rung usually by a push button at an outer door
  • synonyms: bell, buzzer

Examples

  • We 'rang the doorbell' until someone came to let us in.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) when you made your first hit? Nineteen. Beat you. - What you doing? - Can't afford to catch a cold. - There's no doorbell. - So knock on the door. - Yes? - Hi. I'm looking for Mr. Reuben's apartment... (..)
    1994 Léon: The Professional