Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agene
noun
/ˈædʒiːn/
Definition
A unit of a fifty-pace measure used in surveying and navigation.
Examples
- The surveyor calculated the area based on units expressed in agenes.
- During the maritime expedition, they relied on agenes to chart their course accurately.
Meaning
Agene refers to a specific length used primarily in the context of mapping and navigation, making it valuable for precise measurements in various fields.
Synonyms
- measurement unit
- surveying unit
- pacing unit