Synonyms for fathom

Synonyms for (noun) fathom

Synonyms: fathom, fthm

Definition: (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore

Similar words: cubage unit, cubature unit, cubic content unit, cubic measure, displacement unit, capacity measure, capacity unit, volume unit

Definition: a unit of measurement of volume or capacity


Synonyms: fathom, fthm

Definition: a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth

Similar words: linear measure, linear unit

Definition: a unit of measurement of length


Synonyms for (verb) fathom

Synonyms: sound, fathom

Definition: measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line

Similar words: measure, quantify

Definition: express as a number or measure or quantity

Usage: Can you quantify your results?


Synonyms: fathom, penetrate, bottom

Definition: come to understand

Similar words: understand

Definition: know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

Usage: She did not understand her husband; I understand what she means


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