ell
1or el
an extension usually at right angles to one end of a building.
something that is L-shaped.
Origin of ell
1Other definitions for ell (2 of 2)
a former measure of length, varying in different countries: in England equal to 45 inches (114 centimeters).
Origin of ell
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How to use ell in a sentence
The total amount of asbestos taken from the Belmina district Mr. Ells puts at about twenty-five tons.
Asbestos | Robert H. JonesIt is better to use two 45 ells to make a 90 bend when it is possible.
Elements of Plumbing | Samuel DibbleI could wish all my books were buried nine ells deep in the ground by reason of the ill example they will give.
The World's Greatest Books, Vol X | VariousI tell yer ells a bloomin ice cream barrow compared to wot this trench as been since we come in it.
Grapes of wrath | Boyd CableAnd when he had come there he perceived a great glaive upon a pole two ells long.
The Story of the Champions of the Round Table | Howard Pyle
British Dictionary definitions for ell (1 of 2)
/ (ɛl) /
an obsolete unit of length equal to approximately 45 inches
Origin of ell
1British Dictionary definitions for ell (2 of 2)
/ (ɛl) /
an extension to a building, usually at right angles and located at one end
a pipe fitting, pipe, or tube with a sharp right-angle bend
Origin of ell
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