1. any of various birds that produce clear, bell-like calls, especially certain species found in Australia, New Zealand, and Central/South America

Examples

• The bellbird’s melodious call echoed through the forest.
• We spotted a bellbird perched high in the eucalyptus tree.
• The New Zealand bellbird is known for its distinctive chiming song.
• Bellbirds are important pollinators in their native habitats.
• The ornithologist recorded the bellbird’s call for her research.
• Early morning hikers often hear bellbirds singing in the canopy.