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KNELL

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Knell.

How to pronounce knell:

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Knell - as a noun

The sound of a bell rung slowly to announce a death or a funeral or the end of something

Knell - as a verb

Ring as in announcing death

Make (bells) ring, often for the purposes of musical edification

Example: "Ring the bells"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ring5
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sound6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The tolling of the bell was a mournful knell for the deceased."
"The sound of the knell echoed through the empty streets."
"The funeral procession proceeded in silence to the knell of the church bell."
"The knell of doom seemed to hang in the air as we awaited the verdict."
"The knell of the failing business was heard when they announced their bankruptcy."
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Word Game Points

Is KNELL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, knell is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KNELL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is KNELL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, knell is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KNELL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is KNELL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, knell is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KNELL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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