Homonym: Pounds (Weight)
A pound is a unit of weight commonly used in the United States and other countries that follow the imperial system. It is abbreviated as "lb," which comes from the Latin word "libra." One pound is equivalent to 16 ounces or approximately 0.45 kilograms in the metric system.
The pound is often used to measure the weight of various items, including food, packages, and body weight. In the context of nutrition, food labels frequently list the weight of products in pounds, helping consumers understand portion sizes and nutritional information.