Belfry Definition & Meaning

belfry
noun
  1. a bell tower; usually stands alone unattached to a building
  2. a room (often at the top of a tower) where bells are hung

"Belfry" in song lyrics

See how belfry is used in real songs:

  • "Got bats in my belfry"
    Twiztid — Liquid Friend
  • "the belfry"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "belfry"

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