A pound (usually abbreviated as lb, plural lbs) is a unit used to measure the mass of something. It is used in the imperial system and the United States customary system. There are a number of different definitions. The most commonly used definitions band today is the international avoirdupois pound.
What is a pound in ounces?
Definition: A pound (symbol: lb) is a unit of mass used in the imperial and US customary systems of measurement. The international avoirdupois pound (the common pound used today) is defined as exactly 0.45359237 kilograms. The avoirdupois pound is equivalent to 16 avoirdupois ounces.
What is a pound in US customary units?
A pound is a unit of mass in both US Customary Units as well as the Imperial System. The symbol for pound is lb or lbs. This table provides a summary of the Weight or Mass units within their respective measurement systems. Note: For Weight and Mass conversions, US Customary Units and the Imperial System are equivalent. Looking for a conversion?
What is 1 pound (lb) in kilograms (kg)?
1 pound (lb) is equal to 0.45359237 kilograms (kg). The mass m in kilograms (kg) is equal to the mass m in pounds (lb) times 0.45359237:
