long ton

noun

1. ton11 : L.T.

long ton

noun

1. the full name for ton 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of long ton¹

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

Such quotations are given in units of English money per long ton (2240 pounds) of metal.

From Project Gutenberg

All quotations on this metal are given in two systems, the "pounds Sterling per long ton" and the "cents per pound."

From Project Gutenberg