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Length/Distance | Convert from arms-length to fathom [ancient] |
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Common Length Conversions Metric Length Conversions Unit Definition (arms-length) An Arms length is standardized as a unit of distance equal to approximately 70 centimeters, or 28 inches. An arms length is the same as the modern Italian Braccio and very similar to the Turkish Pik. Unit Definition (fathom [ancient]) A fathom is a unit of measure equal to 2 yards or 6 feet, or 1.8288 metres. The name of the unit derives from the Old English word fæthm meaning 'outstretched arms' which was the original definition of the unit's measure.
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