Definitions
n. A unit of measurement representing the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger; about 19 inches.
Example Sentences
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"The second problem is that we do not know the exact dimensions of an amah. Some say it is 18 inches; others say 21.25 inches or 23 inches; and a good argument can be made that it is less than 18 inches as well." (source)
Languages of Origin
- Textual Hebrew
Etymology
אמה
- Orthodox: Jews who identify as Orthodox and observe halacha (Jewish law)
- North America
- Yinglish: A Lexicon of Judeo-English by Aliza Bulow
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Alternative Spellings
ammah, ama, amma
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