Definitions

1. noun

A small amount or unit of money, especially in ancient Greece or Rome.

“The cost of the ticket was a single obol, which was a small price to pay for the experience.”

2. noun

A small amount or quantity of something.

“She carefully measured out a single obol of the precious powder for the recipe.”

3. noun

A unit of currency in some African countries, especially South Africa, from 1874 to 1961.

“Prior to the change in currency, the obol was the standard unit of exchange.”