All Definitions for Pound
Below are all the dictionary definitions of pound:
1A unit of mass equal to 16 avoirdupois ounces (= 453.592 g). Today this value is the most common meaning of "pound" as a unit of weight.
2The unit of currency used in the United Kingdom and its dependencies. It is divided into 100 pence. Symbol £.
3A unit of weight in various measurement systems.
4A unit of currency in various currency systems.
5Various non-English units of measure.
6A unit of mass equal to 12 troy ounces (≈ 373.242 g). Today, this is a common unit of mass when measuring precious metals, and is little used elsewhere.
7Any of various units of currency used in Egypt, Lebanon, Sudan, and Syria, and formerly in the Republic of Ireland, Cyprus, Nigeria, Israel, and South Africa.
8Any of various units of currency formerly used in the United States.
9Various non-English units of currency not officially called pounds.
10To wager a pound on.
11The people who work for the pound.
12A place for the detention of stray or wandering animals.
13A place for the detention of automobiles that have been illegally parked, abandoned, etc.
14To strike hard, usually repeatedly.
15To crush to pieces
16To pulverize.
17To eat or drink very quickly.
18To beat strongly or throb.
19To advance heavily with measured steps.
20To make a jarring noise, as when running.
21A hard blow.
22To pitch consistently to a certain location.
23To confine in, or as in, a pound
24To impound.
25A kind of fishing net, having a large enclosure with a narrow entrance into which fish are directed by wings spreading outward.
26A division inside a fishing stage where cod is cured in salt brine.
27A section of a canal between two adjacent locks.
28The symbol #.
29To penetrate sexually, with vigour.
30A surname.
31A town in Wise County, Virginia, United States.
32A village and town in Marinette County, Wisconsin, United States, both named after Thaddeus C. Pound.
33A unit of mass in various measurement systems.
34A unit of force in various measurement systems
35Ellipsis of pound-force. [A unit of force equal to the weight, on earth (subject to standard gravity), of a mass of one avoirdupois pound, equal to about 4.44822 newtons. Symbol lbf or lb_f.]
36Ellipsis of pound weight.
37Ellipsis of pound mass.
38Ellipsis of pound force.
About rhymes for pound
Finding the right rhyme for pound helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "A unit of mass equal to 16 avoirdupois ounces (= 453.592 g). Today this value is the most common meaning of "pound" as a unit of weight.", pound has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Profound is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Expound works well in formal or poetic contexts. Resound is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for pound, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.