Convert inch to palm (U.S.)
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Definition and details for inch:
Inch (in or '') is a traditional unit of distance equal to 2.54 centimeters or 1/12 foot. The inch was defined as the width of a man's thumb at the base of the nail.
Definition and details for palm (U.S.):
Palm (U.S.) is a traditional unit of length equal to the length of a person's hand, from wrist to the end of the middle finger. This kind of palm definition was common in the U.S. during 19th century. One palm was equal to 9 inches or 22.86cm and it was comparable to span.