Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
yd
abbreviation
/jɪd/
Definition
A unit of measurement in the imperial system equal to three feet or 36 inches.
Examples
- The fabric was sold by the yard, so I bought five yards for my project.
- The garden is approximately two yards long and one yard wide.
- The athlete jumped a distance of 25 yards during the event.
Meaning
Yd is commonly used to measure lengths, especially in the context of fabric, land area, or various construction projects.
Synonyms
- yard
- length unit
