Etymology · Spanish

el

5 English words descend from Spanish el, most common first.

elThe name of the Latin script letter L/l.
alligatorEither of two species of large amphibious reptile, Alligator mississippiensis or Alligator sinensis, in the genus Alligator within order Crocodilia, which have sharp teeth and very strong jaws and are native to the Americas and China, respectively.
El CentroA city, the county seat of Imperial County, California, United States. It is the largest city in the United States that is below sea level.
el cheapoCheap; inexpensive; of low quality.
El GranadaA census-designated place in San Mateo County, California, United States.

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