Meaning of the word ounce in English

What does ounce mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ounce

US /aʊns/

UK /aʊns/

a unit of weight of 16 drams or 28.349 grams (avoirdupois) or 480 grains or 31.103 grams (troy)

Example:

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The recipe calls for 8 ounces of flour.

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He bought a small bag of gold, weighing just one ounce.

a very small amount of something

Example:

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He doesn't have an ounce of common sense.

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There wasn't an ounce of doubt in her mind.

Synonym:

bit drop trace hint speck

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