noun🔗ShareLe système de poids avoirdupoisThe official system of weights used in the UK between 1856 and 1963. It had been the customary system in London since 1300.""Before metrication, British grocers used the avoirdupois system to weigh flour, sugar, and other goods." "Avant la métrication, les épiciers britanniques utilisaient le système de poids avoirdupois pour peser la farine, le sucre et d'autres marchandises.historyunitsystemamountcommerceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareSystème de poids avoirdupoisThe official system of weights used in the USA between 1866 and 1959."Before 1959, the grocery store used avoirdupois to weigh the bags of potatoes. "Avant 1959, l'épicerie utilisait le système de poids avoirdupois pour peser les sacs de pommes de terre.masssystemhistoryChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗SharePoids, pesanteurWeight; heaviness (commonly with humorous intent)."After weeks of holiday feasting, the man groaned and lamented his considerable avoirdupois as he tried to button his trousers. "Après des semaines de festins de vacances, l'homme gémit et déplora son poids considérable alors qu'il essayait de boutonner son pantalon.massphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
