What is another word for Campanology?

Pronunciation: [kˌampɐnˈɒləd͡ʒi] (IPA)

Campanology is the study of bells and bell ringing, but there are several other words that can be used to describe this field. One of the most common synonyms is bellfounding, which refers to the casting and tuning of bells. Another option is tintinnabulation, which denotes the ringing or sounding of bells. Carillonology is the study specific to carillons, a musical instrument commonly found in church bell towers. In some cases, campanology can be used interchangeably with belfry culture or bell tower tradition. Regardless of which term you use to describe it, this fascinating field continues to capture the interest of historians, musicians, and bell enthusiasts around the world.

What are the hypernyms for Campanology?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    bell ringing, bell ringing art, bell ringing technique.

Usage examples for Campanology

This giant-gift had been sent to him from Holland in recognition of his musical genius, especially in the matter of Campanology.
"My Life as an Author"
Martin Farquhar Tupper
His post in the Civil Service gave him full leisure for his Adam: A Fragment, his History of the Microscope, and his Studies in Rural Campanology, and yet left him ample time in which to contribute to the journalism of the day.
"The Holiday Round"
A. A. Milne

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