ounce

B2
Pronunciation
/aÊŠns/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

An avoirdupois ounce, weighing 1/16 of an avoirdupois pound, or 28.3495 grams.

2 Definition

A troy ounce, weighing 1/12 of a troy pound, or 480 grains, or 31.1035 grams.

3 Definition

A US fluid ounce, with a volume of 1/16 of a US pint, 1.8047 cubic inches or 29.5735 millilitres.

4 Definition

A British imperial fluid ounce, with a volume of 1/20 of an imperial pint, 1.7339 cubic inches or 28.4131 millilitres.

5 Definition

A little bit.

Example Sentences
  • He didn't feel even an ounce of regret for his actions.
6 Definition

A large wild feline, such as a lynx or cougar.

7 Definition

Now specifically, the snow leopard, Uncia uncia.