International Mile (Noun)
Meaning
A unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The marathon was measured in international miles to ensure it met the official distance requirements for the competition.
- The hikers had to cover 26 international miles in one day to reach their campsite before nightfall.
- The new highway was designed to be exactly 50 international miles long, connecting the two major cities.
- The athlete's personal best time was recorded over a distance of 13 international miles, a remarkable achievement.
- The charity event involved running 100 international miles non-stop to raise money for a local cause.