First Known Use: 15th century
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aisle
noun \ˈī(-ə)l\
: a passage between sections of seats in a church, theater, airplane, etc.
: a passage where people walk through a store, market, etc.
Full Definition of AISLE
1
: the side of a church nave separated by piers from the nave proper
2
a (1) : a passage (as in a theater or railroad passenger car) separating sections of seats (2) : such a passage regarded as separating opposing parties in a legislature <supported by members on both sides of the aisle> b : a passage (as in a store or warehouse) for inside traffic
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Origin of AISLE
Middle English ile, alteration of ele, from Anglo-French, literally, wing, from Latin ala; akin to Old English eaxl shoulder, Latin axis axletree — more at axis
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AISLE Defined for Kids
aisle
noun \ˈīl\
Definition of AISLE for Kids
1
: a passage between sections of seats (as in a church or theater)
2
: a passage between shelves (as in a supermarket)
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