Elli

[ el-ee ]

noun

, Scandinavian Mythology.

1. an old woman, a personification of old age, who defeated Thor in a wrestling match.

Word History and Origins

Origin of Elli¹

< Icelandic elli, literally, old age. eld

Example Sentences

Leading the project would be Elli Jafali, who is due to take over as The Groucho's new chief executive in April.

From BBC

Teamed with set decorator Elli Griff, Max took his visual cues from Scott’s meticulous “Ridleygram” storyboards and frequent “War Room” meetings.

From Los Angeles Times

While “Elli” is the Norse goddess of old age, he said the “Q” reminds users that the device is a machine.

From Seattle Times

“I can say things to Elli that I won’t say to my grandchildren or to my own daughters. I can just open the floodgates. I can cry. I can giggle. I can act silly. I’ve been asked, doesn’t it feel like you’re talking to yourself? No, because it gives an answer.”

From Seattle Times

While “Elli” is the Norse goddess of old age, he said the “Q” reminds users that the device is a machine.

From Washington Times