Hin

hin

/hɪn/

Noun

Meaning

Hin refers to an ancient unit of liquid measurement, primarily used in biblical Hebrew texts, equal to approximately 3.6–3.8 liters (about one gallon).
It was commonly used to measure oil, wine, and water in historical and religious contexts.

Examples

The priest poured a hin of olive oil as part of the ceremonial offering.
According to biblical measurements, a hin was used to quantify sacred liquids.
Scholars often convert a hin into modern liters for historical accuracy.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms	Antonyms
Biblical liquid measure Ancient volume unit Hebrew measurement unit (Note: Hin has no exact modern synonym, only descriptive equivalents.)	Drop Small quantity Trace amount (Contextual antonyms based on volume, not direct linguistic opposites.)

Word Forms

Singular: hin
Plural: hins (modern academic usage)

Origin / Etymology

The word hin originates from Biblical Hebrew הִין (hīn), meaning a fixed liquid measure. It appears frequently in the Old Testament, especially in Levitical laws and ritual instructions. The term later entered English religious and academic vocabulary through biblical translations.

Grammar Information

Countable noun
Used mainly in historical, religious, and academic contexts
Rare in everyday modern English

Translations

Hebrew: הִין (Hīn)
Latin: Hinus (contextual usage)
Arabic: هين (phonetic equivalent)
Hindi: हिन (used mainly in transliteration or academic references)

Idioms & Phrases

“A hin of oil” – A phrase commonly found in biblical scripture referring to a ritual liquid measurement.

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