Canadian French Meaning of fathom

brasse

Other Canadian French words related to brasse

Definitions and Meaning of fathom in English

Wordnet

fathom (n)

a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth

(mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore

Wordnet

fathom (v)

come to understand

measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line

Webster

fathom (n.)

A measure of length, containing six feet; the space to which a man can extend his arms; -- used chiefly in measuring cables, cordage, and the depth of navigable water by soundings.

The measure or extant of one's capacity; depth, as of intellect; profundity; reach; penetration.

Webster

fathom (v. t.)

To encompass with the arms extended or encircling; to measure by throwing the arms about; to span.

The measure by a sounding line; especially, to sound the depth of; to penetrate, measure, and comprehend; to get to the bottom of.

FAQs About the word fathom

brasse

a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth, (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore, come to under

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