akontae

/ækənˈteɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of measurement in an African language or culture, typically relating to the length or quantity of something.

“The village was divided into six akontae, making it easier to manage the land.”

2. verb

To measure or estimate something using an akontae unit.

“The farmer akontae the length of the field to determine how much seed to buy.”

Synonyms

  • measure
  • unit

Antonyms

  • fraction
  • insignificant amount