Ardebs

/ɑrˈdɛbz/ noun

Definition

Plural of ardeb; multiple units of measurement for grain and dry goods.

Etymology

English plural form of ardeb, adding the standard -s suffix to the Arabic-derived noun.

Kelly Says

This word appears in historical texts about ancient trade where scribes recorded grain deliveries in ardebs—it's a direct line from ancient economic records to our modern English vocabulary.

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