What is another word for pound?

Pronunciation: [pˈa͡ʊnd] (IPA)

The word "pound" can be used in various contexts to denote different meanings. As a noun, it can refer to a unit of weight or a place for animals. As a verb, it can mean to strike or hit something repeatedly. As a synonym for weight, other terms may include kilogram, ton, or ounce. As a synonym for a place for animals, alternatives may include shelter, enclosure, or pen. In terms of hitting or striking, you could use words such as batter, pummel, or thrash. To accurately convey the intended meaning, it is important to choose the right synonym for "pound" depending on the sentence's context.

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What are the hypernyms for Pound?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

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What are the opposite words for pound?

The word "pound" is a noun that can have several different meanings, including a unit of measurement for weight, a monetary unit in some countries, and a place where stray animals are kept. For each of these meanings, there are several antonyms that can be used to convey the opposite meaning. For instance, opposite of pound as a weight measurement is "ounce," while for monetary unit, "dollar" is an antonym. Conversely, instead of a place where animals are kept, "liberate," "emancipate," or "release," can be used as an antonym. In the end, which antonym will apply to the word pound depends largely on the context in which it is being used.

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Usage examples for Pound

Then she dropped a hint that it was for a five-pound box.
"The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories"
Charles Weathers Bump
It is sold at the fair in small fancy packages as put up in China, each containing one pound of the leaves.
"Due North or Glimpses of Scandinavia and Russia"
Maturin M. Ballou
You pound up some ice and bring it in, will you?
"Lonesome Land"
B. M. Bower

Famous quotes with Pound

  • It's just a job. Grass grows, birds fly, waves pound the sand. I beat people up.
    Muhammad Ali
  • I don't weigh a pound over one hundred and eighty and, what's more, I never did.
    Fatty Arbuckle
  • If the poor overweight jogger only knew how far he had to run to work off the calories in a crust of bread he might find it better in terms of pound per mile to go to a massage parlor.
    Christiaan Barnard
  • Beef also was difficult to be procured and exceedingly poor; the price nearly sixpence farthing per pound.
    William Bligh
  • I just like to catch fish, I don't care if it weighs half a pound or 10 pounds. But I can't do a lot of casting. I can work a jig or a worm. But not for long, especially if the big ones are biting. Those big bass will make it hurt after a while.
    Terry Bradshaw

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