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1. fathom

verb. ['ˈfæðəm'] come to understand.

Etymology

  • fathom (English)
  • fathome (Middle English (1100-1500))

2. fathom

verb. ['ˈfæðəm'] measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line.

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Etymology

  • fathom (English)
  • fathome (Middle English (1100-1500))

3. fathom

noun. ['ˈfæðəm'] (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore.

Etymology

  • fathom (English)
  • fathome (Middle English (1100-1500))

4. fathom

noun. ['ˈfæðəm'] a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth.

Etymology

  • fathom (English)
  • fathome (Middle English (1100-1500))
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