1. a tower or part of a tower that contains bells, especially in a church
2. the part of a tower or steeple where bells are hung

Examples

• The old church’s belfry housed three bronze bells.
• We could hear the bells ringing from the belfry across town.
• The stone belfry was built in the 15th century.
• Birds often nest in the quiet corners of the belfry.
• The belfry’s wooden beams needed repair after the storm.
• She climbed the narrow stairs to reach the belfry.
• The cathedral’s tall belfry dominated the city skyline.