AVOIRDUPOIS
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Avoirdupois.
Avoirdupois - as a noun
A system of weights based on the 16-ounce pound (or 7,000 grains)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avoirdupois weightExcess bodily weight
Example: "She disliked fatness in herself as well as in others"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blubber13fatness10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bodily propertyHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The avoirdupois system of weights is commonly used in the United States."
"The butcher weighed the meat using an avoirdupois scale."
"The avoirdupois pound is equal to 16 ounces."
"He was surprised by the avoirdupois of the package."
"The grocery store sells fruit by avoirdupois weight."
Word Game Points
Is AVOIRDUPOIS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, avoirdupois is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AVOIRDUPOIS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is AVOIRDUPOIS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, avoirdupois is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAVOIRDUPOIS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is AVOIRDUPOIS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, avoirdupois is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAVOIRDUPOIS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
