Bendell

/ˈbɛndəl/ noun

Definition

An archaic or dialectal term for a small or minor bend; a slight curve or flexion.

Etymology

From 'bend' with possible diminutive or variant suffix '-ell.' Very rare in historical texts and essentially obsolete in modern English.

Kelly Says

Old English was full of subtle size-distinctions that made their way into names—families named 'Bendell' might have ancestors who had slight curves (possibly physical traits or skills!).

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