Another Word For Lbs

Meaning

The abbreviation "lbs" stands for "pounds," which is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States and other countries that utilize the imperial system. One pound is equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.453592 kilograms. Pounds are often used to measure body weight, food products, and various other items.

Synonyms

• Stones (in relation to weight)
• Ounces (as a smaller unit)

Antonyms

• Kilograms (when considering metric measurements)
• Grams (a smaller metric unit of weight)

Etymology

The term "lb" comes from the Latin word "libra," which means balance or scales. The abbreviation "lbs" is derived from the plural form "librae." The use of "pound" and its abbreviation in English has persisted over time, originating from the Latin system of weights.

Examples

1. I weighed myself today, and I am 150 lbs.
2. The package weighs 5 lbs, so we need to make sure we can lift it.
3. In the gym, I usually start with 25 lbs for my dumbbell exercises.
4. During the doctor’s visit, they recorded my weight as 180 lbs.
5. If you buy two bags of flour, they will weigh about 10 lbs together.