Convert reed to fathom
Please provide values below to convert reed [reed] to fathom [fath], or Convert fathom to reed.
How to Convert Reed to Fathom
1 reed = 1.5 fath
Example: convert 15 reed to fath:
15 reed = 15 × 1.5 fath = 22.5 fath
Reed to Fathom Conversion Table
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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.
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.