Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pound
noun/verb
/paʊnd/
Definition
A unit of weight commonly used in the United States and other countries.
Examples
- She weighs 150 pounds.
- He had to pound the nails into the wood.
Meaning
Pound can refer to the measurement of weight equal to 16 ounces or approximately 0.45 kilograms. It can also mean to strike or hit heavily.
Synonyms
- lb (pound)
- hit
- strike
