Kelle

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See also: kelle, and kèlle

German

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Etymology

From Middle High German kelle, from Old High German kella, of obscure origin. Possibly from Ancient Greek κήλων (kḗlōn).

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈkɛlə/
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Noun

Kelle f (genitive Kelle, plural Kellen)

  1. ladle (kitchen utensil)
  2. traffic paddle (Paddle-shaped signalling device used by police, traffic wardens, airport ground staff etc.)
  3. trowel (as used by builders)

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Further reading

  • Kelle” in Duden online
  • Kelle” in Digitales Wörterbuch der deutschen Sprache

Pennsylvania German

Noun

Kelle

  1. plural of Kell