noun
- an ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm from the elbow to the tip of the middle finger, typically about 18 inches
Usage: historical
Examples
- The ancient Egyptians used the cubit to measure the dimensions of their pyramids.
- Noah’s ark was said to be 300 cubits long according to biblical accounts.
- A royal cubit was slightly longer than a common cubit in ancient times.
- The temple was built using measurements in cubits rather than modern units.
- Archaeologists found a cubit rod used by ancient builders.
- The statue stood three cubits tall in the courtyard.