1. An ancient Hebrew unit of dry measure, approximately equivalent to a bushel or about 22 liters.
Usage: biblical; historical; also spelled ephah

Examples

• The merchant measured out an epha of barley for the customer.
• In biblical times, an epha was a standard measure for grain.
• The recipe called for three ephas of flour to feed the entire village.
• Ancient Hebrew texts frequently mention the epha as a unit of commerce.