I dwell where mighty billows roar

Puzzle

I dwell where mighty billows roar,
Though sometimes cast upon the
shore;
Beheaded, then, alas! you'll find
A name terrific to the mind;
Behead once more, if 'tis your
pleasure,
And I become a simple measure

Hint

Answer

References

• Loyd, Sam [1914]. in Loyd, Sam, Jr.: Sam Loyd's Cyclopedia of 5000 Puzzles Tricks and Conundrums (in English). New York: Lamb Publishing company, page 24.