Definitions

1. proper noun

A variant of the Hebrew name Nachman, and a variant of the name Noe, a biblical figure.

“The scholar Noam Chomsky is a renowned linguist.”

2. interjection

Used to express dismay or disappointment.

“Noam, I’m so sorry you missed the concert.”

3. noun

A unit of measurement in the biblical system, equivalent to about 2.5 liters.

“The ancient people used noam to measure the amount of wine for a ceremony.”