avoirdupois weight

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Noun avoirdupois weight has 1 sense

avoirdupois, avoirdupois weight - a system of weights based on the 16-ounce pound (or 7,000 grains)
--₁ is a kind of system of weights, weight
--₁ has parts: avoirdupois unit

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Avoirdupois Weight

Definition:

Avoirdupois weight refers to a system of weight measurement commonly used in the United States and Britain for everyday objects. It is primarily based on pounds and ounces.

Senses:

1. Noun:

- Avoirdupois weight refers to a standard system of weight measurement.

Example: This package is labeled with avoirdupois weight of 10 pounds.

2. Adjective:

- Relating to or using the avoirdupois weight system.

Example: We converted the metric measurements into avoirdupois weight units.

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