pounds

Definition

Pounds is the plural of pound. It most commonly refers to units of weight, but it can also mean repeated heavy hits or the British currency in some contexts.

Usage & Nuances

Most often used for weight: 'ten pounds'. For money, context usually makes it clear: 'twenty pounds' in the UK means currency. As a verb, forms like 'rain pounds the roof' or 'my heart pounds' come from the verb 'pound', but the plural noun pounds is different.

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