Caban
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Caban is a noun meaning (Philippines) A grain measure equal to 3.47 cubic feet, used in the Philippine Islands.
Meaning
(Philippines) A grain measure equal to 3.47 cubic feet, used in the Philippine Islands.
Example Sentences
After a good harvest the caban fetches four reales; but just before the harvest the price rises to one dollar, and often much higher.
Eusebio Mazorca further states: [105]--"The Governor receives payment of the tribute in rice-paddy, which he credits to the native at two reales in silver per caban.
Word Forms
- cabans
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dabakan, sacayan, balinghoy, budbod, banca, habal-habal.
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