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 acreb :  any of various units of length; especially :  a British unit equal to seven or eight yards or sometimes a rod