Gemelled

/ˈdʒɛməld/ adjective

Definition

An alternate spelling of gemeled, meaning arranged in paired or doubled fashion with matched symmetry.

Etymology

British variant spelling of gemeled, using -ll- before the -ed ending following British spelling conventions. Both forms refer to the same gemel-based arrangement.

Kelly Says

The gemelled/gemeled spelling variation is a perfect example of how 'correct' English spelling was still fluid until the 19th century—printers just chose what looked right to them.

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