Convert ell to long reed
Please provide values below to convert ell [ell] to long reed [long reed], or Convert long reed to ell.
How to Convert Ell to Long Reed
1 ell = 0.357142857142857 long reed
Example: convert 15 ell to long reed:
15 ell = 15 × 0.357142857142857 long reed = 5.35714285714286 long reed
Ell to Long Reed Conversion Table
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Ell
The ell is an obsolete unit of length, originally used for measuring cloth. Its length varied in different countries, but it was generally around 45 inches.
History/Origin
The word "ell" is derived from the Latin "ulna," meaning "forearm," as the unit was originally based on the length of the forearm.
Current Use
The ell is no longer in use.
Long Reed
The long reed is a unit of length mentioned in ancient texts, such as the Bible, and is thought to be about 10.5 feet.
History/Origin
The exact length of the long reed is uncertain and is subject to historical and scholarly debate.
Current Use
The long reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.