About Knell
The surname Knell is of English origin and is derived from the Middle English word "knell," meaning the sound of a bell tolling. It is believed to have originated as a nickname for someone who lived near a church or bell tower, or for someone who had a connection to the sound of bells, such as a bell ringer. The name may also have been given to someone with a mournful or solemn demeanor, as the sound of a knell is often associated with funerals and death.
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Here's how to represent Knell in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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