A furlong is a unit of distance that is equal to one-eighth of a mile, or 220 yards, which is approximately 201.168 meters. The term comes from an Old English word meaning "furrow long," originally referring to the length of a furrow in a plowed field. It is primarily used in horse racing and in some agricultural contexts. In these settings, distances for races or fields are often measured in furlongs for tradition and practicality.
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