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A statute mile is a unit of length commonly used in the United States and the United Kingdom. It is officially defined as 5,280 feet or 1,609.344 meters. The term "statute mile" distinguishes it from other types of miles, such as the nautical mile. The origin of the statute mile dates back to an Act of Parliament in England in 1593, which standardized the length of the mile. It is primarily used for measuring distances on land, such as in road signs, speed limits, and maps. While many countries have adopted the metric system, the statute mile remains in everyday use in a few countries. In contrast to the nautical mile, which is used for air and sea navigation, the statute mile is mainly applied in land-based contexts. It is also used to calculate speed in miles per hour (mph), especially for vehicles and road travel.

Ell


An ell is a historical unit of length that was commonly used in medieval Europe, especially for measuring textiles and cloth. Its length varied by region but was typically about 45 inches (approximately 1.143 meters).


The ell originated from the length of the arm or forearm and was often used by tailors and merchants to measure fabric. Different countries had their own versionsβ€”for example, the English ell was about 45 inches, while the Scottish ell was longer, around 37 inches.


Although obsolete today, the ell played an important role in trade and clothing production before standardized measurements became widespread.


Summary:



  • 1 ell β‰ˆ 45 inches (1.143 meters)



  • Used mainly for measuring cloth and textiles



  • Length varied by region and country



The ell is now largely of historical interest but reflects the origins of many modern measurement systems.




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