word
Pound
Pownd
/ˈpaʊnd/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
pound
Dictionary meaning
The act of pounding (delivering repeated heavy blows).
Examples
- Unlicensed dogs will be taken to the pound.
- They got a hernia when they tried to lift 100 pounds.
Synonyms: hammer
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