land mile

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Definition Noun : A unit of linear measurement : The "land mile" is a standard unit of distance used primarily in the United States and the United Kingdom. It is defined as exactly 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet. Its exact metric equivalent is 1,609.344 meters. Usage The term "land mile" is used to specify this particular unit of measurement, especially when distinguishing it from a nautical mile (w...