English Explanatory Dictionary

measured mile

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A length of one nautical mile, the limits of which have been accurately measured and are indicated by ranges ashore. It is used by ships to calibrate logs, revolution counters, etc. as well as to measure the ship's speed.

Word forms

measured mile measured miles
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