Oka (Noun)
Meaning 1
A Turkish liquid unit equal to 1.3 pints.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
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Meaning 2
South American wood sorrel cultivated for its edible tubers.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The oka tubers were boiled and mashed to make a delicious side dish.
- In the Andean region, oka is a staple crop that provides a rich source of nutrients.
- The farmer carefully harvested the oka tubers, making sure not to damage them.
- Oka is a type of root vegetable that is commonly used in traditional South American cuisine.
- The oka plants were thriving in the cool, moist climate of the mountainous region.
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Meaning 3
A Turkish unit of weight equal to about 2.75 pounds.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The merchant weighed out two oka of spices and wrapped them in a cloth for the customer to carry home.
- A traditional Turkish coffee maker can hold up to three oka of finely ground coffee.
- In the Ottoman Empire, merchants used oka as a standard unit of weight to trade goods across the region.
- To make a large batch of Turkish delight, the recipe called for five oka of sugar and three oka of cornstarch.
- At the bazaar, vendors displayed their goods by the oka, making it easy for shoppers to compare prices and make their purchases.