jerib

/ˈdʒɛrɪb/

Definitions

1. noun

An old unit of area, especially in Mesopotamia, equal to 20 donums or about 0.49 hectares.

“The ancient city was built on a large jerib of land, which was used for agriculture and trade.”

Synonyms

  • donum
  • hectare

Antonyms

  • acre
  • square mile