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elf is a Gnomish word meaning "five".[1] While appearing without any designated language in the source, Patrick H. Wynne draws the conclusion that the word is Gnomish.[2]
Etymology
Cognates
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 J.R.R. Tolkien, "I-Lam na-Ngoldathon: The Grammar and Lexicon of the Gnomish Tongue", in Parma Eldalamberon XI (edited by Christopher Gilson, Arden R. Smith, and Patrick H. Wynne), p. 53
- ↑ J.R.R. Tolkien, "Eldarin Hands, Fingers & Numerals and Related Writings — Part Two" (edited by Patrick H. Wynne), in Vinyar Tengwar, Number 48, December 2005, p. 20 (note 17)
