system of weights (Meaning)
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system of weights (n)
a system of units used to express the weight of something
Synonyms & Antonyms of system of weights
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system of weights Sentence Examples
- The ancient Egyptians used a complex system of weights based on the deben.
- The Roman system of weights was based on the libra, which was equivalent to 327 grams.
- The modern metric system of weights is based on the kilogram, which is defined as the mass of one liter of water at 4 degrees Celsius.
- The apothecaries' system of weights is still used in some countries for measuring drugs and other substances.
- The troy system of weights is used for precious metals, such as gold and silver.
- The Dutch system of weights was based on the pond, which was equivalent to 1000 grams.
- The Chinese system of weights is based on the jin, which is equivalent to 500 grams.
- The Japanese system of weights is based on the kan, which is equivalent to 3.75 kilograms.
- The Russian system of weights is based on the pud, which is equivalent to 16.38 kilograms.
- The Indian system of weights is based on the seer, which is equivalent to 933 grams.
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a system of units used to express the weight of something
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The ancient Egyptians used a complex system of weights based on the deben.
The Roman system of weights was based on the libra, which was equivalent to 327 grams.
The modern metric system of weights is based on the kilogram, which is defined as the mass of one liter of water at 4 degrees Celsius.
The apothecaries' system of weights is still used in some countries for measuring drugs and other substances.
