bellpull

[ bel-pool ]

noun

1. a handle, cord, or strip of cloth pulled pulled to ring a bell.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bellpull¹

An Americanism dating back to 1835–45; bell ¹ + pull

Example Sentences

The conductor hesitated before he jerked the bellpull to go on: Then he said, "Well, she'll want her umbrella, anyway."

From Project Gutenberg

In the wall was a gate, and by the gate a bellpull formed of a hanging wire.

From Project Gutenberg