in general, an interval between two things, either with regard to time or place.

Acceptable Distances, in geometry, are such as may be measured by the chain, &c. See Geometry.

Inaccessible Distances, are such as cannot be measured by the chain, &c., by reason of some river, or the like, which obstructs our passing from one object to another. See Geometry.

DISTASTE properly signifies an aversion or dislike to certain foods; and may be either constitutional, or owing to some disorder of the stomach.