ephah

/ˈɛfɑː/ or /ˈɛfə/

Definitions

1. noun

a unit of dry capacity equal to about 22 liters or 13.2 quarts, used in ancient Israel

“The ancient Israelites used the ephah to measure grain during harvest time.”

2. noun

a container holding a ephah of dry capacity

“The priest measured the grain into an ephah container to ensure accurate proportions.”

Synonyms

  • container
  • measure

Antonyms

  • empty container
  • none