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First Known Use: before 12th century
in the meaning defined at sense 1
See Words from the same year: a tall shade tree with spreading branches
: the wood of an elm
See words that rhyme with elm Spanish Central: Translation of elm Nglish: Translation of elm for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about elm
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