Homonym: 1 pound (Weight)
One pound is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States and other countries that follow the imperial system. It is equivalent to 16 ounces and is often represented by the symbol "lb." The pound is used to measure various items, including food, body weight, and other goods.
In the metric system, one pound is approximately equal to 0.45 kilograms. The pound has historical roots, originating from the Roman unit of weight called the libra. Today, it remains a standard measurement in many everyday contexts, such as grocery shopping and fitness.