/ˈvɑːrə/ or /ˈvɑːrɑː/ (VAH-ruh or VAH-rah)

Definitions

1. noun

a unit of measurement of length, especially in ancient Scandinavia, equivalent to an arm’s length or about 1.5 metres (4.9 ft)

“The Viking’s longsword was almost as long as a vara in length.”