haab

/hɑːb/

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of time in the Maya calendar, consisting of 365 days

“The ancient Maya civilization divided their year into 18 haab, each lasting 20 days.”

2. proper noun

A specific unit of time in the Maya calendar, such as the Haab 1

“The Haab 1 marked the beginning of a new cycle in the Maya calendar.”

Synonyms

  • Mayan calendar year
  • Mayan cycle

Antonyms

  • Gregorian year
  • Julian year