Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
obole
noun
/ˈoʊbəˌleɪ/
Definition
A small coin that was used in ancient Greece, typically of low value.
Examples
- In ancient Athens, the obole was often used as a measure of payment for various services.
- The obole was so small that many transactions required multiple coins.
- Travelers in ancient Greece would find their pockets filled with oboles after a long journey.
Meaning
An obole is a historical term for a minor unit of currency that was used in classical antiquity, especially among the Greeks.
Synonyms
- small coin
- low-value currency
- fractional currency
