Ton: meaning, definitions and examples

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ton

[ tʌn ]

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unit of weight

A unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds, used in the United States and other countries to measure the weight of goods that are usually transported in large quantities, such as coal, grain, or oil.

Synonyms

imperial ton, long ton, metric ton

Examples of usage

The ship was carrying over 20 tons of coal.
The truck was loaded with several tons of sand.

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pleasing sound

A musical or vocal sound that is pleasant to hear.

Synonyms

note, pitch, sound

Examples of usage

The singer's voice had a beautiful ton.
The orchestra produced a rich and warm ton.

Translations

Translations of the word "ton" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tonelada

🇮🇳 टन

🇩🇪 Tonne

🇮🇩 ton

🇺🇦 тонна

🇵🇱 tona

🇯🇵 トン

🇫🇷 tonne

🇪🇸 tonelada

🇹🇷 ton

🇰🇷 톤

🇸🇦 طن

🇨🇿 tuna

🇸🇰 tona

🇨🇳 吨

🇸🇮 tona

🇮🇸 tonn

🇰🇿 тонна

🇬🇪 ტონა

🇦🇿 tonna

🇲🇽 tonelada

Word origin

The word 'ton' has a long history, originating from the Old English word 'tunne' meaning a large cask or barrel. Over time, it evolved to refer to a unit of weight. The concept of a ton as a unit of weight has been used for centuries, with variations in different regions. The use of 'ton' to describe a pleasing sound is a more modern adaptation, reflecting the aesthetic quality of certain sounds.