POUND

pound, n. 1. A place where impounded property is held until redeemed. 2. A place for the detention of stray animals. [Cases: Animals 103. C.J.S. Animals § 333.] 3. A measure of weight equal to 16 avoirdupois ounces or 7,000 grains. [Cases: Weights and Measures 3. C.J.S. Weights and Measures § 3.] 4. The basic […]