ell - What does it mean?
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Definition of 'ell'English
Etymology 1
From (etyl) eln “unit of measure of 45 inches,” originally “length of the forearm,” from Proto-Indo-European .
Noun
( en-noun)
A measure for cloth. An English ell' equals 1.25 yards, whereas a Scottish ' ell measures only 1.0335 yards (http://www.onlineunitconversion.com). A Flemish ell measured three quarters, (27 inches).
Etymology 2
From the name of the letter L
Noun
( en-noun)
An extension usually at right angles to one end of a building.
Something that is L-shaped.
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