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poundage Synonyms
Another word for poundage
Choosing another word for poundage depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The weight of something expressed in pounds; in informal contexts, a person's body weight or excess body weight.
Usage Example
"The freight company calculates shipping costs based on the total weight of the cargo."
Strong
weight
heft
Weak
mass
• noun (Context 2)
A commission, fee, tax, or charge calculated at a fixed rate per pound of sterling value or per pound of weight.
Usage Example
"The post office charged a small commission for issuing the postal order."
Strong
commission
surcharge
levy
duty
Weak
fee
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Poundage. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/poundage