Definition of "pound"
Kid-friendly meaning of pound, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "pound" mean?
pound (noun) — a unit of weight equal to about sixteen ounces.
Example sentences using "pound"
Grade K–2
It weighs one pound.
Grade 3–5
A pound of apples is usually about three medium-sized apples in the bowl.
Grade 6–8
A newborn baby weighing seven pounds doubles their weight by about the fifth month, which is one of the fastest growth periods in any human's entire lifetime.
Words that rhyme with "pound"
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