Definition 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
2 a
: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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