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gong vs handbell

handbell vs gong

gong and handbell both are nouns.

gong is a verb but handbell is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gong Yes No Yes No
handbell Yes No No No
As nouns, handbell is a hyponym of gong; that is, handbell is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than gong:
  • gong: a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument
  • handbell: a bell that is held in the hand
Other hyponyms of gong include carillon.
gong (noun) handbell (noun)
a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick a bell that is held in the hand
a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument
gong (verb) handbell (verb)
sound a gong
Difference between gong and handbell

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