Mile

Unit of length commonly used in the United States and countries with historical ties to Britain.

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A mile is a unit of length commonly used in the United States and countries with historical ties to Britain. It is defined as 5,280 feet or approximately 1.609 kilometers.

Etymology

The word 'mile' comes from the Old English 'mīl,' meaning a thousand paces.

Explain Like I’m 5

A mile is a unit of distance, about how far you can walk in 20 minutes, and it's used a lot in the United States to measure long roads or distances between cities.

Fun Facts

The word 'mile' comes from the Latin term 'milia,' meaning 'thousands
' A Roman mile was originally about 1,677 meters
The UK and US miles differ slightly in length

FAQ

What is a mile? It's a unit of length equal to 5,280 feet
How is it used? It's commonly used in the United States and UK for measuring distances
Who invented the mile? Its origins trace back to Roman times

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Unit of length

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

Nautical mile Statute mile

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

Distance Length

Indexes

imperial system measurement unit of measurement

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