bell push

a button, as on the front door of a house, that rings a bell when pushed.

Origin of bell push

First recorded in 1880–85

Unable to locate the bell-push in the dark, he had characteristically attacked the sole illuminated window.

The Matador of the Five Towns and Other Stories |Arnold Bennett
He resolved to try to shake the matter from his mind, and his hand sought the bell-push.

The Grell Mystery |Frank Froest
“Then clear out of here this very minute,” said Mr. Smith, reaching forward his hand to the bell-push.

The Joyous Adventures of Aristide Pujol |William J. Locke
And, crossing toward the fireplace, he pressed the bell-push beside the mantel.

The White Blackbird |Hudson Douglas

He felt for the bell-push that carried to Mr. Fletcher's room; put his thumb upon it; steadily pressed.

Once Aboard The Lugger |Arthur Stuart-Menteth Hutchinson

bell push

a button pressed to operate an electric bell