long ton


noun
  1. See under ton1 (def. 1). Abbreviation: L.T.

Origin of long ton

1
First 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. Hoskin
  • All 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
  1. the full name for ton 1 (def. 1)

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Scientific definitions for long ton

long ton

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