Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pounds
Noun
/paŹndz/
Definition
A unit of weight equal to 16 ounces, commonly used in the United States and other countries that utilize the Imperial system.
Examples
- The package weighs five pounds.
- I lost two pounds on my diet.
- The recipe calls for three pounds of apples.
Meaning
Pounds are often used to measure the weight of objects and describe body weight.
Synonyms
- Weight
- Mass
- Kilogram (in metric contexts)
