Peal
(noun)
A series of ringing bells or a loud, ringing sound.
Origin:
The word 'peal' is derived from the middle english word 'peel', meaning 'a sound or ring'. it was first used in the 16th century to describe a series of ringing bells or a loud, ringing sound.
Examples:
- The peal of church bells could be heard throughout the town on Sundays.
- The peal of laughter filled the room as the comedian told their jokes.
- The peal of the fire alarm caused everyone to evacuate the building immediately.
- The peal of the thunder was so loud that it shook the windows.
- The peal of the bell signaled the start of the race.