rood
nounDefinition of rood
1
: a cross or crucifix symbolizing the cross on which Jesus Christ died
specifically
: a large crucifix on a beam or screen at the entrance to the chancel of a church
2a
: any of various units of land area
especially
: a British unit equal to ¹/₄ acre
b
: any of various units of length
especially
: a British unit equal to seven or eight yards or sometimes a rod
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