puan

/puːɑn/

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of area used in Sri Lanka, equivalent to 100 perches.

“The land was sold at a rate of 5 rupees per puan.”

2. proper noun

Puan may refer to a title of nobility in the nobility of the Kingdom of Hungary.

“The Puan’s estate was established in the 17th century.”

Synonyms

  • parcel
  • unit

Antonyms

  • fraction
  • portion