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yardage

noun yard·age \ ˈyär-dij \

Definition of yardage

1 : the use of a livestock enclosure for animals in transit provided by a railroad at a station
2 : a charge made by a railroad for the use of a livestock enclosure

Origin and Etymology of yardage

1yard

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yardage

noun

Definition of yardage

1 a : an aggregate number of yards
b : the length, extent, or volume of something as measured in yards
2 : yard goods

Origin and Etymology of yardage

4yard

YARDAGE Defined for Kids

yardage

noun yard·age \ ˈyär-dij \

Definition of yardage for Students

1 : a total number of yards How much yardage of fabric do you need?
2 : the length or size of something measured in yards
  • a sail's square yardage

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  1. Spanish Central: Translation of yardage Nglish: Translation of yardage for Spanish speakers Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about yardage

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