Brazas

/ˈbrɑːzəz/ noun

Definition

Plural of braza; multiple units of measurement used in Spanish-speaking regions.

Etymology

Spanish plural of 'braza.' Maintains the Latin root 'bracchia' (arms) while adding the Spanish plural marker.

Kelly Says

Spanish sailors measuring ocean depths would call out brazas — it's a measuring system born from human proportions!

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