statute mile

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Definition Noun : - A unit of linear measurement : The statute mile is a standardized unit of distance in the imperial and US customary systems, defined as exactly 1,760 yards, 5,280 feet, or 1,609.344 meters. Usage The term "statute mile" is used to specify the standard, legally defined mile, particularly to distinguish it from other units like the nautical mile. - It is commonly used in legal...