1. a set of tuned bells or metal tubes that produce musical sounds when struck
2. the musical sounds produced by such bells or tubes

1. to make a clear ringing sound like bells
2. to strike bells or similar instruments to produce musical sounds

Examples

• The wind chimes on the porch create a peaceful melody.
• Church chimes rang out across the village at noon.
• She listened to the gentle chimes of the grandfather clock.
• The doorbell chimes whenever someone visits.
• The clock chimes every hour on the hour.
• Beautiful chimes echoed through the cathedral.
• The musician chimes the bells in perfect rhythm.