guz

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

A unit of length used in parts of Asia, ranging from 24 to 41 inches and historically used for measuring textiles, comparable to the English yard.

name

/ɡʌz/

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From Hindi गज़ (gaz) and Urdu گز (gaz), from Classical Persian گز (gaz). Doublet of gudge.

gudge Mughal yard

guzzy

Guzz

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