Meaning of the word furlong in English

What does furlong mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

furlong

US /ˈfɝː.lɑːŋ/
UK /ˈfɜː.lɒŋ/

Noun

a unit of distance equal to 220 yards (about 201 meters) or one-eighth of a mile, typically used in horse racing

Example:
The horse won the race by three furlongs.
The track is six furlongs long.