ell
The origin and history of ell.
Etymology
From Old English eln, "forearm," from an ancient root meaning "elbow" — the unit was originally just a forearm's length.
The origin and history of ell.
From Old English eln, "forearm," from an ancient root meaning "elbow" — the unit was originally just a forearm's length.
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