crannock

Definition

An old Irish measure of corn equivalent to the quarter. The crannock of oats appears to contain two quarters, as sometimes occurs with its English equivalent.

Etymology

Possibly Welsh.

Example Sentences

• "Cran'nock (s.) An ancient measure of corn."
• "In Ireland the crannock is used instead of the quarter. It is, however, plainly identical with it, being divided into the same number of bushels and pecks."