Parts of a foot (6)

I believe the answer is:

inches

(Other definitions for inches that I've seen before include "Scottish islands" , "Moves slowly and cautiously" , "Slowly makes one's way" , "Niches (anag.)" , "Short lengths" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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