Definition of ell

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Ell (n.) A measure for cloth; -- now rarely used. It is of different lengths in different countries; the English ell being 45 inches, the Dutch or Flemish ell 27, the Scotch about 37..

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Wele :: Wele (n.) Prosperity; happiness; well-being; weal.
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Geste :: Geste (v. i.) To tell stories or gests.
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Panelling :: Panelling () of Pane.
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Cellular :: Cellular (a.) Consisting of, or containing, cells; of or pertaining to a cell or cells..
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