Meaning of the word miles in English

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

miles

US /maɪlz/
UK /maɪlz/

Plural Noun

a unit of linear measure equal to 5,280 feet, or 1,760 yards (1.609 kilometers)

Example:
The nearest town is ten miles away.
We drove for hundreds of miles.