Convert fathom to reed
Please provide values below to convert fathom [fath] to reed [reed], or Convert reed to fathom.
How to Convert Fathom to Reed
1 fath = 0.666666666666667 reed
Example: convert 15 fath to reed:
15 fath = 15 × 0.666666666666667 reed = 10 reed
Fathom to Reed Conversion Table
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Fathom
A fathom is a unit of length equal to 6 feet, used especially for measuring the depth of water.
History/Origin
The term "fathom" comes from the Old English word "fæthm," meaning "outstretched arms," as the distance was originally the span of a man's outstretched arms.
Current Use
The fathom is still used in nautical applications, especially in the United States, to measure water depth. It is also used in commercial fishing to measure the length of lines.
Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.