noun
ele
EH-lee
Ele (noun) means informal shortening of "elephant.". Example: “The kids loved feeding the eles at the zoo.”
noun
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Informal shortening of "elephant."
"The kids loved feeding the eles at the zoo."
How to use ele
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCasual slang for "elephant."
When to use it
Informal — mainly used in casual speech or by children, not in formal writing.
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Word forms
- Plural
- eles
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Etymology
A clipped, informal form of "elephant."
Rhymes for ele
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What does “ele” mean?
The word “ele” means informal shortening of "elephant.". In plain terms, casual slang for "elephant.".
How do you pronounce “ele”?
“Ele” is pronounced EH-lee (/ˈɛliː/ in IPA).
How do you use “ele” in a sentence?
Here is “ele” used in a sentence: “The kids loved feeding the eles at the zoo.”
What part of speech is “ele”?
“Ele” is a noun.
