What is another word for avoirdupois unit?
Pronunciation: [ɐvwˈɑːdjuːpwˌɑː jˈuːnɪt] (IPA) 
Avoirdupois unit is a term used to describe a system of measurements used to weigh heavy objects. Synonyms for the word avoirdupois unit include pound, ounce, and grain. The pound is the most commonly used synonym and is equal to 16 ounces or 7,000 grains. The ounce is another synonym that is equal to 1/16th of a pound or 437.5 grains. The grain is the smallest unit of measurement and is equal to 1/7000th of a pound or approximately 0.0648 grams. These synonyms are used to accurately measure the weight of objects, whether in everyday life or in scientific research.
