-rel
a noun suffix having a diminutive or pejorative force.
-rel
1 American
rel.
2
American
abbreviation
-
relating.
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relative.
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relatively.
-
released.
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religion.
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religious.
rel.
1
British
abbreviation
-
relating
-
relative(ly)
-rel
2
British
suffix
Etymology
Origin of -rel
Middle English < Old French -erel, -erelle
Example Sentences
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Starring Zachary Levi as Harold and Lil Rel Howery, it blends animation and live action.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 24, 2024
Jackson had several notable names in attendance including “Fast X” stars Michelle Rodriguez and Jordana Brewster along with actors Larenz Tate and Lil Rel Howery.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 11, 2023
She later played the onscreen daughter of Lil Rel Howery in the Fox comedy “Rel.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2022
Lil Rel Howery is the defensive coordinator with a conflicted conscious.
From Washington Post • Dec. 8, 2021
See also Tiele, Manuel de l'Hist. des Rel.,
From Myth, Ritual And Religion, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Lang, Andrew
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