Definition
- (noun) The sound of a bell knelling; a toll (particularly one signalling a death).
- (noun) A sign of the end or demise of something or someone.
- (verb) To ring a bell slowly, especially for a funeral; to toll.
- (verb) To signal or proclaim something (especially a death) by ringing a bell.
- (verb) To summon by, or as if by, ringing a bell.
Word stats
- Knell contains 5 letters: 1 vowel(s) and 4 consonant(s).
- It uses 4 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 1.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 9.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Knell mean?
The sound of a bell knelling; a toll (particularly one signalling a death).
How many letters are in Knell?
Knell has 5 letters.
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