Doorbell

usgb/ˈdɔːrbel/
noun

A device near a door that makes a ringing sound when someone pushes a button, letting the people inside know someone is there.

Please ring the doorbell when you arrive.
Visual representation of "doorbell" - A device near a door that makes a ringing sound when someone pushes a button, letting the people inside know someone is there.

Often appears as...

  • ring the doorbell
  • doorbell rang
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Visitor Alert

Doorbell signifies someone is at your door, usually visitors, delivery personnel, or neighbors.

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Her heart raced every time the doorbell announced a new visitor.
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Action Prompt

Hearing a doorbell often prompts the action of answering or opening the door.

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The kids rushed to answer the doorbell.
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Technological Variety

Doorbell sounds can be different; some even have melodies or can be customized.

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Their new doorbell played a cheerful tune.
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