A "link" is a unit of length that is equivalent to 1/100th of a chain. In the United States customary system of measurement, one link is equal to 7.92 inches or 0.201168 meters. It is primarily used in surveying and land measurement.
Links are often used in conjunction with other surveying units like chains and rods to measure distances on land, especially for large plots or parcels of land. The term "link" is rarely used in everyday conversation or modern applications outside of surveying and related fields. Instead, more common units like feet, yards, or meters are used for measuring length in most contexts.
"Vara conuquera" is a term used in some Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in parts of the Caribbean and Central America, to refer to a traditional unit of length used for land measurement. The specific length of a "vara conuquera" can vary by region, but it is typically longer than a standard "vara" and is often used in rural and agricultural contexts.
In many regions where this term is used, a "vara conuquera" can be approximately 3 to 4 meters (about 9.8 to 13.1 feet) in length. Like other regional units of measurement, the exact length may vary depending on local customs and practices.
The term "conuquera" is associated with small-scale farming or agriculture, and "vara conuquera" is used for measuring land plots or boundaries in agricultural settings. It's important to note that "vara conuquera" is a localized and regional unit of measurement and may not be widely recognized or used in other Spanish-speaking countries or regions. Modern standardized units like meters or feet are more commonly used for land measurement in contemporary contexts.