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avoirdupois weight
noun
Medical Definition of AVOIRDUPOIS WEIGHT
: a system of weights based on a pound of 16 ounces and an ounce of 437.5 grains (28.350 grams) and in general use in the United States except for precious metals, gems, and drugs
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