Convert reed to yard
Please provide values below to convert reed [reed] to yard [yd], or Convert yard to reed.
How to Convert Reed to Yard
1 reed = 3 yd
Example: convert 15 reed to yd:
15 reed = 15 × 3 yd = 45 yd
Reed to Yard Conversion Table
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Reed
A reed is an ancient unit of length, typically about 6 cubits or around 9 feet.
History/Origin
The reed was a common unit of measurement in ancient Mesopotamia and the surrounding regions.
Current Use
The reed is an obsolete unit of measurement.
Yard
A yard is a unit of length in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement, equal to 3 feet or 36 inches.
History/Origin
The origin of the yard is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the length of a man's belt or girdle. The yard was standardized as part of the English (and later British Imperial) system of units.
Current Use
The yard is commonly used for measuring land, in some sports like American football and golf, and for selling fabric.