Fathom has 6 different meanings across 2 categories:
Noun
· Verb
Noun
1
a linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth
2
(mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore
3
Grasp, envelopment, control.
Verb
2
measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
3
To encircle with outstretched arms, especially to take a measurement; to embrace.
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