1. an old unit of measurement for length, typically about 45 inches
Usage: archaic
2. an extension or wing of a building at right angles to the main structure

Examples

• The tailor measured three ells of fabric for the dress.
• In medieval times, an ell was commonly used to measure cloth.
• The house featured a charming ell that served as a breakfast room.
• They added an ell to the back of the farmhouse for extra storage.
• The colonial home’s ell contained the kitchen and pantry.
• Merchants would use an ell-stick to measure textiles at the market.