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Noun — An old unit of weight used historically in Turkey, Egypt, Hungary, and Romania, equal to a little more than a kilogram.

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Etymology

The unit of weight traces back through French and Ottoman Turkish to an old word for a small measure, and is a distant relative of "ounce" and "inch."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “oka” mean?

The word “oka” means an old unit of weight used historically in Turkey, Egypt, Hungary, and Romania, equal to a little more than a kilogram. In plain terms, an old unit of weight, a type of cheese, or a Russian river, depending on context.

How do you pronounce “oka”?

“Oka” is pronounced O-kuh (/ˈɒkə/ in IPA).

How do you use “oka” in a sentence?

Here is “oka” used in a sentence: “The merchant weighed out two oka of dried fruit for the customer.”

What part of speech is “oka”?

Depending on how it is used, “oka” can be a noun and a name.

Where does the word “oka” come from?

The word “oka” comes from French. The unit of weight traces back through French and Ottoman Turkish to an old word for a small measure, and is a distant relative of "ounce" and "inch.".

How many meanings does “oka” have?

“Oka” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an old unit of weight used historically in Turkey, Egypt, Hungary, and Romania, equal to a little more than a kilogram.

Related words

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