aisle
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B2
/aɪl/
passage between rows
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aisle' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aisle', where 'aisle' meant 'wing of a building'.
Historical Evolution
'aisle' changed from the Old French word 'aisle' and eventually became the modern English word 'aisle'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'wing of a building', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'passage between rows'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a passage between rows of seats in a building such as a church or theater, an airplane, or a train.
She walked down the aisle to her seat.
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