Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kor
noun
/kɔːr/
Definition
A unit of measurement for measuring area in historical contexts, particularly in relation to land.
Examples
- The farmer owned a kor of land where he grew wheat.
- In some historical documents, land was measured in kors.
- The kor was a significant measure for agricultural practices in ancient civilizations.
Meaning
The term ‘kor’ primarily refers to a unit of area that was used in ancient times, especially in regions such as Mesopotamia and the Middle East.
Synonyms
- acre
- hectare
- parcel
