Meaning of the word tun in English
What does tun mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tun
US /tʌn/
UK /tʌn/
Noun
1.
a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (about 907 kg) in the US, and 2,240 pounds (about 1,016 kg) in the UK
Example:
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The truck can carry up to ten tons of cargo.
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We ordered a whole ton of sand for the construction.
2.
a large amount of something
Example:
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I have a ton of work to do before the deadline.
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Thanks a ton for your help!