Avoirdupois
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Weight; heaviness; as, a woman of much avoirdupois.
Avoirdupois meaning & definition 1 of Avoirdupois.
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a [unit] of weight [equal] to 1/36th [pood]
Avoirdupois meaning & definition 2 of Avoirdupois.
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A system of weights based on a pound of 16 ounces or 7,000 grains, widely used in English-speaking countries.
Avoirdupois meaning & definition 3 of Avoirdupois.