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clear as a bell

clear as a bell adjective: totally clear; distinct and unmistakeable.

Adjective

clear as a bell (not comparable)

  1. (simile) Totally clear; distinct and unmistakeable.

Origin of clear as a bell

Used in reference to the clarity of a bell's tone.

Questions about clear as a bell

What does clear as a bell mean?
Clear as a bell means totally clear; distinct and unmistakeable.
What part of speech is clear as a bell?
Clear as a bell is an adjective.

Words near clear as a bell in the dictionary

  1. cleanup men
  2. cleanup on aisle
  3. cleanups
  4. clear
  5. clear and convincing evidence
  6. clear as a bell
  7. clear as a mirror
  8. clear as crystal
  9. clear as day
  10. clear as mud
  11. clear as print

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