pound
7 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pound, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams).
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use pound
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English pund, from a Germanic borrowing of Latin pondo, "by weight" — the currency and the unit of weight share the same root.
Full origin of pound →Frequently asked questions
What does “pound” mean?
The word “pound” means the main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams). In plain terms, either British money, a unit of weight, or hitting/throbbing hard and repeatedly.
How do you pronounce “pound”?
“Pound” is pronounced POWND (/ˈpaʊ̯nd/ in IPA).
How do you use “pound” in a sentence?
Here is “pound” used in a sentence: “The coffee cost three pounds fifty at the local café.”
What is another word for “pound”?
Words with a similar meaning to “pound” include buffet.
What part of speech is “pound”?
Depending on how it is used, “pound” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “pound” come from?
The word “pound” comes from Latin. From Old English pund, from a Germanic borrowing of Latin pondo, "by weight" — the currency and the unit of weight share the same root.
Is “pound” a common word?
“Pound” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “pound” have?
“Pound” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams).
What is the difference between a pound as money and a pound as a weight?
As money, the pound is the main unit of currency in the United Kingdom. As a measurement, a pound is a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces, or about 454 grams. The two meanings share a spelling but are unrelated in use.
How many ounces are in a pound?
There are 16 ounces in one pound of weight, which is roughly 454 grams. This is the standard pound used for everyday weights in the United Kingdom and United States.
What is the difference between a pound and a kilogram?
A pound is a unit of weight equal to about 454 grams, while a kilogram is 1,000 grams. This means roughly two and a quarter pounds make up one kilogram.
What is a dog pound or car pound?
A pound in this sense is a place where stray animals, or illegally parked vehicles, are held until claimed. A dog pound holds lost or unclaimed animals, and a car pound holds towed or impounded vehicles.