aley

Middle English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Borrowed from Old French alee; more at English alley.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /aˈlɛi̯/, /ˈalɛi̯/

Noun

aley (plural aleyes)

  1. An enclosed or roofed passage or walkway.
  2. An alleyway; a passage formed by the gap of two buildings.
  3. A pathway or track (e.g. in a garden)
  4. (rare) An open passage or path for access.
  5. (rare) A parapet; the fence of a deck.

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