avoirdupois weight
noun
: the series of units of weight based on the pound of 16 ounces and the ounce of 16 drams see Weights and Measures Table
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First Known Use
1619, in the meaning defined above
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in 1619
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“Avoirdupois weight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/avoirdupois%20weight. Accessed 16 Apr. 2024.
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avoirdupois weight
noun
: the series of units of weight based on the pound of 16 ounces and the ounce of 16 drams see measure
Medical Definition
avoirdupois weight
noun
: a system of weights based on a pound of 16 ounces and an ounce of 437.5 grains (28.350 grams) and in general use in the United States except for precious metals, gems, and drugs
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