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Tierheim — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • pound noun The main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams).

Senses

Tierheim is used for these senses in English:

  • animal shelter An organization that provides temporary homes for stray pet animals.
  • animal shelter A facility providing such shelter.
  • pound A place for the detention of stray or wandering animals.

pound — full definition

  1. noun The main unit of currency in the United Kingdom, and a unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (about 454 grams).
  2. noun A place where stray animals, or illegally parked vehicles, are held until claimed.
  3. verb To hit something repeatedly and hard.
  4. verb To beat strongly or throb, as a heart or head.

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