A set of musical bells or similar instruments that produce harmonious sounds; to ring or sound melodiously.
From Middle English 'chymbe,' derived from Old French 'cimbal' and ultimately from Greek 'kymbalon' (cymbal). The meaning evolved from individual bells to sets of tuned bells, reflecting the development of more sophisticated bell-making techniques.
Chimes represent humanity's ancient desire to mark time and space with beauty rather than mere function - from church bells calling communities to prayer to doorbell chimes welcoming visitors with melody. The word itself seems to echo with the clear, resonant tones it describes, making it almost onomatopoetic.
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