Definition

A fee or charge that is based on the weight of something measured in pounds, or a tax related to the value of goods per pound.

Example

The poundage for shipping the package was higher than expected due to its weight.

Conversation

Have you checked the poundage for that package we need to send?

Not yet, but I heard it's pretty heavy.

I think the poundage might increase the shipping cost a lot.

Yeah, we should weigh it before deciding on the service.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Poundage → It is formed from "pound" (from Old English *pund*, meaning a unit of weight) and "-age" (a suffix indicating a collection or amount). The word "poundage" refers to the amount or collection of weight measured in pounds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pound' as a unit of weight and '-age' as indicating a collection, so 'poundage' means a collection of weight measured in pounds.

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