coel-
a combining form meaning “cavity,” used in the formation of compound words: coelenteron.
Origin of coel-
1- Also cele-, coele-.
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How to use coel- in a sentence
This king, whose name was Lles ap Coel, made his confession as early as the year 160.
The Welsh and Their Literature | George BorrowTalhaiarn was a descendant of Coel Godebog, and chaplain to Ambrosius.
Old English Chronicles | VariousIt has been called Coel ede wlan, or the yarn test, and under this name I will describe the process.
Welsh Folk-Lore | Elias OwenNot a very large kingdom this, but even as small as it was, King Coel did not hold it in undisputed sway.
Historic Girls | E. S. BrooksThe only child of King Coel, her doting old father had given her the finest education that Rome could offer.
Historic Girls | E. S. Brooks
British Dictionary definitions for coel-
indicating a cavity within a body or a hollow organ or part: coelacanth; coelenterate; coelenteron
Origin of coel-
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