English Explanatory Dictionary

ala

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A wing or winglike anatomic process or part, especially of bone.
  2. The flattened border of some stems, fruits, and seeds, or one of the two side petals of certain flowers in the pea family.
  3. In ancient Rome, a small room opening into a larger room or courtyard.
prep
  1. Alternative form of a la.
name
  1. Alternative spelling of Ala..
noun
  1. Initialism of alpha linolenic acid.
  2. Initialism of aminolevulinic acid.
name
  1. Initialism of American Library Association.
  2. Initialism of Acacia Leadership Academy.
  3. Initialism of the Atlas of Living Australia.

Pronunciation

/ˈeɪ.lə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-ala.wav

Word forms

ala alae alæ

Etymology

Originated from 1730–40, borrowed from Latin āla (“wing”). Doublet of aisle.

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