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Cubit
Definition
A cubit is an ancient unit of linear measurement, often used in the ancient world, typically based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger.
Senses
- Noun - Historical Measurement: An ancient unit of measurement based on the forearm length, used in the ancient world.
- Noun - Figurative: A provision of measurement, often used metaphorically to indicate a non-standard unit of length.
Usage Examples
Sense: Historical Measurement
- As a noun: The pyramid's height was rumored to be equivalent to 200 cubits.
- As a verb: They measured the length of the ancient artifact, cubiting the item at nearly 2 cubits.
Sense: Figurative
- As an adjective: The narrow, secret passage was just a cubit wide.
- As a noun: The tailor used his expertise to create a custom dress using cubits as his main unit of measurement.
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