long ton
noun
See under ton1 (def. 1). Abbreviation: L.T.
Origin of long ton
1First recorded in 1820–30
Words Nearby long ton
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How to use long ton in a sentence
Such quotations are given in units of English money per long ton (2240 pounds) of metal.
The Business of Mining | Arthur J. HoskinAll quotations on this metal are given in two systems, the "pounds Sterling per long ton" and the "cents per pound."
The Business of Mining | Arthur J. Hoskin
British Dictionary definitions for long ton
long ton
noun
the full name for ton 1 (def. 1)
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Scientific definitions for long ton
long ton
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