ounce

noun
UK: /aʊns/
US: /aʊns/

  1. A unit of weight, often used for measuring food.

    1. I need an ounce of cheese for this recipe.
    2. The recipe calls for precisely one ounce of dried herbs to enhance the flavor.

  2. A small amount of something.

    1. He showed not an ounce of regret.
    2. She didn't have an ounce of energy left after running the marathon.

Synonyms

bit gram particle speck

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "ounce" in English means: A unit of weight, often used for measuring food., A small amount of something..

The phonetic transcription of "ounce" is /aʊns/ in British English and /aʊns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "ounce": bit, gram, particle, speck.

Example usage of "ounce": "I need an ounce of cheese for this recipe.". More examples on the page.