mene

/ˈmiːneɪ/ or /ˈmeɪni/

Definitions

1. noun

An archaic or poetic word for a thousand, or a unit of weight or value, especially in ancient Egypt and Babylon.

“The inscription on the wall referred to the king’s taxes in units of mene, the ancient currency.”

2. verb

To speak or pronounce in a low, indistinct, or inaudible manner.

“The mene of the words was almost inaudible due to the heavy fog in the room.”

Synonyms

  • thousand
  • unit

Antonyms

  • nil
  • nothing