Convert centimeter to nail (cloth)
Please provide values below to convert centimeter [cm] to nail (cloth) [nail], or Convert nail (cloth) to centimeter.
How to Convert Centimeter to Nail (Cloth)
1 cm = 0.174978127734033 nail
Example: convert 15 cm to nail:
15 cm = 15 × 0.174978127734033 nail = 2.6246719160105 nail
Centimeter to Nail (Cloth) Conversion Table
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Centimeter
A centimeter is a unit of length in the metric system, equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
History/Origin
The prefix "centi-" comes from the Latin word "centum," meaning hundred. The centimeter was part of the original metric system established in France in 1795.
Current Use
The centimeter is a very common unit of measurement for everyday objects and is used in many fields, including science, engineering, and fashion.
Nail (Cloth)
A nail is an obsolete unit of length, used for measuring cloth, equal to 2 1/4 inches.
History/Origin
The nail was a traditional English unit of measurement, likely deriving its name from the length of the last two joints of the middle finger.
Current Use
The nail is no longer in use.