Belfried

/ˈbɛlfrid/ adjective

Definition

Having a belfry or bell tower; equipped with or characterized by the presence of a belfry structure.

Etymology

From 'belfry' (a bell tower) with the '-ed' suffix meaning 'having' or 'furnished with.' Belfry comes from Old French 'berfrey' (siege tower) that was later used for church bell towers.

Kelly Says

A 'belfried' church tower was a sign of wealth and importance—if a medieval town could afford a big belfry, they could afford the massive bells inside that rang for services and celebrations!

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