what is the origin or history of the measurement of a cord of wood?

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2007-11-07 11:12:55 · 2 answers · asked by bookem 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science

It acquired that name because wood was bundled with rope, and the rope (cord) became the standard of measure.

2007-11-07 12:44:05 · answer #1 · answered by Frank N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

a cord fills up the back of a standard pickup truck flush.

2007-11-08 14:55:31 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋