Associations to the word «Cubit»

Wiktionary

CUBIT, noun. A unit of linear measure, no longer in use, originally equal to the length of the forearm.
CUBIT, noun. (anatomy) The ulna.

Dictionary definition

CUBIT, noun. An ancient unit of length based on the length of the forearm.

Wise words

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