Meaning & Definition of Fathom in English
English⟶
Fathom
/fæðəm/
noun
1. A linear unit of measurement (equal to 6 feet) for water depth
synonym:
- fathom,
- fthm
2. (mining) a unit of volume (equal to 6 cubic feet) used in measuring bodies of ore
synonym:
- fathom,
- fthm
verb
1. Come to understand
synonym:
- penetrate,
- fathom,
- bottom
2. Measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
synonym:
- fathom,
- sound
Examples of using
I can't fathom what you said.