Meaning ofrodin English

Noun

1. a straight, cylindrical object
2. a stick for defense or punishment
3. a measuring stick with marks
   The surveyor used a rod to measure the length of the field.
4. a unit of length (5.0292 meters)
   The farmer's land was exactly one rod wide along the river.
5. a metal bar connecting machine parts; transferring power
   The engine's rod connected the piston to the crankshaft.
6. a stirring tool for liquids (typically glass)
   The bartender used a rod to mix the cocktail ingredients.
7. a conductor for lightning
   The building was equipped with a rod to protect it from lightning strikes.
8. a long pole for fishing (slender, tapering)
   The fisherman carefully chose a rod that was suitable for catching trout.
9. a rod-shaped cell in the eye
   The doctor explained that the rod cells in the retina help us see in low light.
10. a coupling rod in rail transport systems; links driving wheels
    The locomotive's rod linked the driving wheels together to increase traction.
11. a measuring rod in land surveying; typically 8-10 feet long
    The surveyor used a rod to measure the distance between the two landmarks.
12. a unit of area; equal to 30+⁄4 square yards
    The farmer's field was approximately one rod in width along the entire boundary.