furlong
What is another word for furlong? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A unit of distance equal to one-eighth of a mile (about 201 meters), used mainly in horse racing and farmland measurement.
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How to use furlong
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
final furlong
a furlong from the finish
Etymology
From Old English furlang, a compound of furh ("furrow") and lang ("long") — originally the standard length of a plowed furrow.
Full origin of furlong →Frequently asked questions
What does “furlong” mean?
The word “furlong” means a unit of distance equal to one-eighth of a mile (about 201 meters), used mainly in horse racing and farmland measurement. In plain terms, a distance measurement (one-eighth of a mile) mostly kept alive today in horse racing commentary.
How do you pronounce “furlong”?
“Furlong” is pronounced FUR-long (/ˈfɝˌlɔŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “furlong” in a sentence?
Here is “furlong” used in a sentence: “The final furlong of the race saw the two horses neck and neck.”
What part of speech is “furlong”?
“Furlong” is a noun.
Where does the word “furlong” come from?
The word “furlong” comes from Old English. From Old English furlang, a compound of furh ("furrow") and lang ("long") — originally the standard length of a plowed furrow.
