TINTINNABULUM

Etymology

Noun

tintinnabulum (plural tintinnabula)

A small clinking bell, particularly (historical) a small bells used to call monks to the certain tasks.

A set of bells or metal plates used as a musical instrument or as a toy.

Synonyms

• tinniolum

Source: Wiktionary


Tin`tin*nab"u*lum, n.; pl. Tintinnabula (#). [L., a bell. See Tintinnabular.]

Definition: A bell; also, a set or combination of bells or metal plates used as a musical instrument or as a toy.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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