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The Clue
Nautical unit of measure (6 letter answer)
The Answer
FATHOM
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The answer FATHOM is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1800 puzzles.
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Definition
FATHOM as a noun:
1. (fathom, fthm) = a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth
2. (fathom, fthm) = (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore
FATHOM as a verb:
1. (penetrate, fathom, bottom) = come to understand
2. (fathom, sound) = measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line