precel

Meanings

• noun

  A precel is an obsolete unit of weight, equivalent to approximately 13.2 kilograms or 29 pounds.

  - "The precel of grain was too heavy for one person to lift."
  - "In the olden days, a precel of flour was used to bake a loaf of bread."

---

Variants

List of all variants of precel that leads to same result
prequel , prequels

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The origin of the word 'precel' is not clear, but it is believed to have come from the Old English word 'precel' meaning 'price' or 'value'.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The precel was commonly used in the wool trade in England during the Middle Ages.

2. The precel was also known as a 'quarter' or 'quarter cask' of wine.

3. The precel was used as a unit of measurement in Scotland until the late 19th century.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. pound: The precel is equivalent to approximately 13.2 pounds.

2. unit of weight: The precel is a historical unit of weight.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The precel was a common unit of weight used in Europe during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. It was particularly used in the wool trade and in the measurement of grains and other commodities.

How to Memorize "precel"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large sack of grain or other commodity that weighs approximately 13.2 kilograms or 29 pounds. This is the size and weight of a precel.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'precel' with the idea of a large, heavy load or a significant amount of weight.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'precel' starts with the letter 'p', which can help you remember that it is a unit of weight.

---

Memorize "precel" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize precel is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.