lɛˈgwɑː, leɪˈgwɑː

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of length, equivalent to 2.4 miles or 3.6 kilometers, used to measure distances in Chile.

“The hike was approximately 5 leguas from the village.”

2. noun

A unit of length, equivalent to 2.4 miles or 3.6 kilometers, used to measure distances in other regions.

“The long-distance runner had to cover several leguas to reach the finish line.”