Definitions

1. noun

A unit of length in the United States customary system, equal to 1/100 of a US survey foot, approximately 0.010668 feet or 1.143 inches.

“The surveyor used a cohn to measure the distance between the two landmarks.”

2. noun

A unit of length in the United Kingdom, equal to 1/100 of a chain, approximately 0.01 survey chains or 3.2808 feet.

“The engineer measured the length of the road using a cohn.”

3. noun

A Jewish surname of German origin.

“The family’s last name was Cohn, and they were proud of their heritage.”