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ell (el)
noun
- ☆ an extension or wing at right angles to the main structure
- an -shaped pipe or conduit fitting
ell (el)
noun
Etymology: ME elle, elne < OE eln, akin to Ger elle < Gmc *alinō, lit., arm, hence arm's length < IE base *elei-, to bend, *olina, elbow > L ulna, arm, elbow, Gr ōlenē, elbow
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Possessives
- letter: Carved into the inglenook fireplace are the letters ' ELL ' and in the stained glass window lovers ' swans.
Converse of object
- measure: The land granted by Michael measured 20 1/4 ells ( 60 ft. 9 in.
Adjective modifier
- long: The Devonshire ' long ells ' had worsted or combed warps which made them harder wearing.
Modifies a noun
- coal: Dickson's body was found about 35 yards from the top of the mine leading from the main to the ell coal.
Noun used with modifier
- w: At the masterclass, it was w ell received by both teachers and pupils, and their feedback prompted further refinements to the package.
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