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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pounds

/pɑʊndz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does pounds mean?

noun, verb

A unit of weight or currency in the UK, equivalent to 16 ounces or 0.45 kilograms. To strike or hit something repeatedly with a forceful blow.

Example

"The package weighed several pounds, making it difficult to carry."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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