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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

kell

/kɛl/

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 2.69 in modern English

Syllables
kell
IPA
/kɛl/
8
Scrabble Score
4
Letters
1
Syllables
3
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The caul (membrane)

Obsolete

noun

That which covers or envelops, like a caul; a net; a fold; a film.

Obsolete

noun

The cocoon or chrysalis of an insect.

Obsolete

noun

A kiln.

Obsolete

noun

Alternative spelling of kale (“broth”).

Uncountable

name

A surname.

name

A female given name, clipping of Kelly.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Compare caul.

Usage

Inflected Forms

kells (plural) Kel (alternative)

Phrases

Kell factor Kell system

Rhymes With

well tell hell sell hotel cell fell bell el personnel nfl smell

Questions

How do you pronounce kell?
The recorded pronunciation is /kɛl/.
What does kell mean?
The caul (membrane)
Where does kell come from?
Compare caul.

How to pronounce kell

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