pell - Master This Word
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pell Word Meanings
- to strike or hit something
- to remove skin or hide
- to peel off layers
pell Example Sentences
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pell Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/pɛl/
US
/pɛl/
pell Word Etymology
Root: 'pellere' (Latin) means to push or strike. Historical origin: Latin → Old French → English. Memory image: Picture a fierce wind that pushes formless leaves against a wall, illustrating the powerful action of 'pell' as striking or hitting.
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Step 1: Meaning
What does the word 'pell' mean?
A.A type of wool fabric
B.To cast away or throw out
C.To skin or peel
D.To jump or leap
Step 2: Usage
Choose the correct sentence that uses 'pell' correctly.
A.They will pell the ball into the goal.
B.She decided to pell her orange before eating it.
C.He will pell the exam tomorrow.
D.The dog began to pell me with excitement.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is most similar to 'pell'?
A.Imagine
B.Create
C.Strip
D.Decorate
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'pell'?
A.Wrap
B.Bury
C.Cover
D.Conceal
Step 5: Mastery
Can you think of a real-life context where you might need to use the word 'pell'?
A.You need to buy a ticket for the movie.
B.You decide to run in the park for exercise.
C.In cooking, you might want to peel vegetables before using them.
D.You wait for the bus at the station.
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