[mɜːrˈkɛt]

Definitions

1. noun

An ancient Egyptian measuring rod, typically with markings to indicate different units of measurement.

“The archaeologist carefully measured the temple with the help of a merkhet, ensuring accurate calculations for the restoration process.”

2. noun

A unit of length in ancient Egypt, equivalent to about 2.64 cm or 1.04 inches.

“The Egyptian hieroglyphs described the merkhet as a unit of measurement for the construction of the pyramids.”