Ell for Dummies

Hey there! So, the word "ell" can have a few different meanings, but I'll explain them all in a way that's easy to understand. First off, "ell" can refer to a measurement of length. It's an old-fashioned way of measuring things, kind of like how people used to use cubits or span to measure length. An ell is about 45 inches long, which is a little over a yard. So, you can think of it as being somewhere between 3 and 4 feet long.

Another way "ell" can be used is to talk about a right-angled extension of a building. So, for example, if you see a building with a side that sticks out at a right angle from the rest of the building, that part is called an ell. It's like a little extra bit that makes the building look more interesting.

When you hear the word "ell" being used, it could be talking about either of these things. Sometimes it might be a little confusing, but if you think about it as either a way to measure length or a part of a building, it should make more sense. And if you ever come across the word "ell" again, you'll know exactly what it means!