bell

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Meaning · English

To telephone.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

"Vinny, you tosser, it's Keith. I thought you were back today. I'm in town. Bell us on the mobile.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “bell” mean?

To telephone.

Is “bell” formal or informal?

bell is generally slang.