Hin
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hin is a noun meaning (historical units of measure) A former Hebrew liquid measure of volume (about 3.8 L).
Meaning
(historical units of measure) A former Hebrew liquid measure of volume (about 3.8 L).
More Meanings
- (historical units of measure) An Ancient Egyptian liquid measure of volume (about 0.48 L).
Example Sentences
The hin for liquids was subdivided dimidially down to ¹⁄₃₂ = 1 ro.
500 shekels of cassia — all according to the sanctuary shekel — and a hin of olive oil.
Word Forms
- hins
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include registered, xing, hain, yan, hing, hsien.
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