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Meaning of Cowbell | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B1
ˈkaʊˌbɛl

Definitions

  1. A bell worn by cows; sometimes with an ornate strap.
  2. A musical instrument, typically found without a clapper.
  3. Misconstruction of bell cow.

Equivalents

Examples

“This song would sound better with the addition of a cowbell.”
“It's good, but it really needs more cowbell.”
“The Eagles don't have a cow-bell running back, like Gurley, but they have enough by-committee.”

CEFR level

B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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