noun
- Plural of campanile; a bell tower, typically freestanding and associated with a church or cathedral.
Usage: Italian origin; used in English primarily in architectural contexts; Often refers to famous Italian bell towers
Examples
- The campanili of Venice are iconic landmarks that attract thousands of visitors each year.
- Many Italian cities feature beautiful campanili dating back to the medieval period.
- The architect studied the proportions of famous campanili before designing the new church tower.
- These campanili serve both as functional bell towers and as symbols of civic pride.