Yard

Yard is a unit of length in the Imperial system of measurements that is used in the United States, United Kingdom, and other countries that do not use the metric system. It is equal to 3 feet, 36 inches, or approximately 0.9144 meters.

History

The term 'yard' comes from the Old English word 'gyrd', which was used to refer to a straight branch or rod. The measurement was originally based on the length of a man's belt or girdle, which was wrapped around the waist. The yard was later standardized by Henry I of England in the 12th century, who decreed that the yard should be the distance from the tip of his nose to the end of his thumb.

Usage

Today, the yard is used in many fields, including sports such as American football, cricket, and golf, where the playing field is often measured in yards. It is also used in the textile industry, where fabric is often sold by the yard.

Conversion

The yard can be converted to other units of length. Here are some common conversions:

• 1 yard = 3 feet
• 1 yard = 36 inches
• 1 yard = 0.9144 meters

See also

• Imperial system
• Foot (unit)
• Inch
• Meter

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