Definition

A measurement of length that is expressed in yards, often used in contexts like sports or fabric.

Example

The yardage of the football field is 100 yards from end zone to end zone.

Conversation

Did you know that the field measures about 100 yards in yardage?

Wow, that's quite a lot!

Yeah, it really gives you an idea of how big the playing area is.

Definitely! It makes me appreciate the game even more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Yardage → It is formed from "yard" (from Old English *geard*, meaning an enclosed area or a measure of length) and "-age" (a suffix used to form nouns indicating a state or condition). The word "yardage" refers to the amount of yardage or the measurement in yards, often used in contexts like sports or land measurement.

Memory Tip

Think of 'yard' as a measure of length and '-age' indicating a quantity or state. This helps you remember that 'yardage' refers to the total measurement in yards.

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