English Explanatory Dictionary

alow

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adv
  1. Low down.
  2. Towards the lower part of a vessel; towards the lower rigging or the decks.
prep
  1. Below.
adj
  1. alight; ablaze

Pronunciation

/əˈləʊ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-alow.wav

Word forms

alow

Etymology

From Middle English alowe, equivalent to a- + low.

Related words

aloft
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