a unit of area used for measuring small quantities of land. Equal in size to a square with sides 1 rod in length. Equal to 30¼ square yards or 1/160 acre.

Misspelling of wrought iron.

A slender metal rod used to support or reinforce part of a structure by connecting two pieces. / Either of a pair of rods that link the steering mechanism to the front wheel or axle of some vehicles.

(anatomy) Any of the cylindrical photoreceptor cells in the retina that function in dim light levels.

plural of fishing rod

A rod, often made in sections, which carries a line used for angling and is used to support both the line and the reel and to cast the line.

plural of divining rod

plural of dowsing rod

Synonym of divining rod.

Rod used for dowsing, a technique of divination used to locate subterranean sources of water, metal, other mineral resources or even various other things through magic, or according to many believers a natural phenomenon.