fistmele

English

/ˈfɪstˌmiːl/

noun
Definitions
  • (archery) A traditional unit of distance equal to the width of a clenched fist with the thumb extended (approx. 6½ inches or 16½ centimetres).

Etymology

Inherited from Old English mæl.

Origin

Old English

mæl

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