tappall

/ˈtæp.əl/

Definitions

1. noun

A tappall is an Old Irish unit of measurement, equivalent to about one-tenth of an ounce or one-twelfth of a drachm.

“The tappall of gold was carefully weighed to determine the value of the precious metal.”

Synonyms

  • drachm
  • ounce

Antonyms

  • hundredweight
  • ton