Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
avdp
Noun
/ˌæv.ər.dɪˈpwɑː/
Definition
A unit of measurement used for weighing goods, specifically in the context of commercial transactions.
Examples
- The avdp system is widely used in grocery stores across the United States.
- When buying fruits and vegetables, they are usually sold by weight in avdp units.
- The recipe called for two avdp pounds of potatoes.
Meaning
The term ‘avdp’ stands for avoirdupois, which is a system of weights based on a pound of 16 ounces. It is commonly used in the United States for everyday goods.
Synonyms
- Weight measurement
- Avoirdupois system
- Weight unit
