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cella

cel·la
C c

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [sel-uh]
    • /ˈsɛl ə/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [sel-uh]
    • /ˈsɛl ə/

Definitions of cella word

  • noun cella the inner room of a classical temple, esp the room housing the statue of a deity 3
  • noun cella the inner part of an ancient Greek or Roman temple, housing the statue of a god or goddess 3
  • noun plural cella the principal enclosed chamber of a classical temple. 1
  • noun plural cella the entire central structure of a classical temple. 1
  • noun cella The inner area of an ancient temple, especially one housing the hidden cult image in a Greek or Roman temple. 1
  • noun cella (architecture) The part enclosed within the walls of an ancient temple, as distinguished from the open porticos. 0

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Origin of cella

First appearance:

before 1670
One of the 47% oldest English words
1670-80; < Latin: storeroom, shrine, akin to cēlāre to hide; see conceal

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Parts of speech for Cella

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

cella popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

cella usage trend in Literature

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