heer

American

[heer] / hɪər /

noun

an old unit of measure for linen and woolen yarn, equivalent to about 600 yards (550 meters).

Etymology

Origin of heer

1400–50; late Middle English ( Scots ) her ( e ), apparently to be identified with hair ( e ) hair

Example Sentences

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Beginning the prosecution's case, Deanna Heer KC, said that the six defendants had been "willing participants" in a plan to cause damage to the plant, which manufacturers defence technology equipment.

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Similarly, prosecutor Deanna Heer KC said Mosquera was not a victim of coercive control.

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Prosecutor Deanna Heer KC said Kelyan had boarded the 472 bus just after 14:00 GMT to attend an appointment at the Youth Justice Centre in Woolwich.

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Ms Heer said the teenager looked around and out of the windows before taking his seat "giving every impression that he was concerned for his safety".

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Ms Heer described how Jake was attacked after he attempted to save Ms Pearson.

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