Units of Measure

Units of Measure

"Foot-lamberts per square snail-fortnight?"
Contest ended 2 years ago 9/27/2009 12:00:00 AM EDT

Contest Info

  • Cost: 2 credits
  • Jackpot: 32 credits

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There are all sorts of confusing ways to measure things, and the names of the units seem to be created out of thin air: You've heard of Ohms, right? But what the heck are Becquerels?

It gets better when they're combined. Just look at what they've done with feet: Foot-candles. Acre-feet. Feet of head.

Lets have some fun with this.

The rules of the game are thus: Create a new unit of measurement, and define it so we can fully enjoy the creativity. Or take an existing unit of measurement, and redefine it in a creative way.

Keep in mind that profanity is not acceptable. All entries must be in accordance with our text rules and guidelines. As always, quality is a must. You will have 7 days for this contest, so make your submission count.

Word Limit: 100. Entries longer than 100 words will be disqualified.