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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ton

/tɒn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does ton mean?

noun, verb

A large quantity or amount; a unit of weight or measurement equal to 2,000 pounds. To give a particular quality or character to something.

Example

"The ship's cargo weighed several tons, and it took a team of workers several days to unload it. The artist's new painting gave the room a ton of character."

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

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