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pound

/paʊnd/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does pound mean?

noun, verb

A unit of weight or currency in the United Kingdom, equal to 16 ounces or 450 grams. To strike or hit something heavily.

Example

"The chef used a pound of flour to make the cake."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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