Search results for ell

We have found multiple words ell. Choose the one you are looking for and click on the link in its Dictionary entry column to see its detailed etymology.

Dictionary entry Language Definition
ell English (Noun) (historical) A measure for cloth. An English ell equals 1.25 yards, whereas a Scottish ell measures only 1.0335 yards. A Flemish ell measured three quarters (27 inches).(historical) A measure for cloth. An English ell equals 1.25 yards, whereas a Scottish ell measures only 1.0335 yards. A Flemish ell measured three quarters (27 inches).
ell English (Noun) An extension usually at right angles to one end of a building.. Something that is L-shaped.. The name of the Latin-script letter L/l.An extension usually at right angles to one end of a building.. Something that is L-shaped.. The name of the Latin-script letter L/l.

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