Convert yard to long reed
Please provide values below to convert yard [yd] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to yard.
How to Convert Yard to Long Reed
1 yd = 0.285714285714286 long reed
Example: convert 15 yd to long reed:
15 yd = 15 × 0.285714285714286 long reed = 4.28571428571429 long reed
Yard to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.