Maund (Noun)
Meaning
A unit of weight used in Asia; has different values in different countries; "the official maund in India is 82.6 pounds avoirdupois".
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- In the markets of Mumbai, merchants commonly weigh goods by the maund to calculate prices.
- A standard maund in Pakistan is approximately 40 kilograms, although variations exist depending on the region.
- In ancient trade, a maund was used to measure spices, tea, and other valuable commodities in East Asia.
- Local markets in Nepal may still use a traditional maund to weigh agricultural products and livestock feed.
- When buying goods in bulk, exporters need to be aware of the local definition of a maund to ensure accurate invoicing.