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rood - What does it mean?

Definition of 'rood'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (archaic) A crucifix, cross.
  • * act III scene 4
  • Have you forgot me?
    No, by the rood , not so.
  • A measure of land area, equal to a quarter of an acre.
  • (UK|dialect|obsolete) A measure of five and a half yards in length.
  • Synonyms

    * (quarter of an acre) farthingdale

    Derived terms

    * rood beam * rood loft * rood screen

    Anagrams

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    Similar to 'rood'

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