ells
The word “ells” has 1 syllable: ells
It's pronounced as /ɛlz/
What is synonym and antonym for ells?
In the thesaurus, “ells” has 6 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for ells along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for ells
- additions
- annexes
- arms
- extensions
- penthouses
- wings
Meanings of ells
- noun
- A measure for cloth. An English ell was 1 1/4 yards (45 inches), whereas a Scottish ell measured only about 37 inches and a Flemish ell was 3/4 yard (27 inches).
- The name of the Latin-script letter L.
- An extension usually at right angles to one end of a building.
- Something that is L-shaped.
Example Sentences
- The building had several long ells added to the original structure.
- In architectural design, ells are often used to describe sections of a building that extend from the main part.
- The house was expanded with two ells on either side, providing more living space.
- He walked down the long corridor and turned into one of the ells.
- The diagram showed the ells of the building connected by narrow hallways.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms or another words to ells, such as: additions, annexes, arms, extensions, penthouses, wings.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.