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Noun short ton has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebShort TonDefinitionA short ton is a measurement unit used in the United States and Canada to measure weight. It is equal to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kilograms. SensesSense 1:As a noun, a short ton refers to a unit of weight equivalent to 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kilograms. Example sentence: The cargo ship can carry up to 15 short tons of goods. Sense 2:As an adjective, short ton describes a weight measurement that equals 2,000 pounds or approximately 907.185 kilograms. Example sentence: The truck was overloaded with a short ton of bricks, causing the suspension to sag. UsagesUsage 1:In international trade, a short ton is often used to determine the weight of goods being imported or exported. Example sentence: The company exported a shipment of steel weighing 10 short tons to China. Usage 2:In the mining industry, a short ton is commonly used to measure the output of coal, ore, and other minerals. Example sentence: The mine extracted 500 short tons of copper ore last month. Possible Related Products | ||||||
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