oz

/ɔz/

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of weight or volume, especially in the Imperial system, equal to 1/16 of a pound or 28.35 grams

“The recipe called for 2 oz of flour to make a cake.”

2. noun

A magical or mystical power, especially in fantasy fiction or mythology

“The wizard wielded powerful magic, which was said to be an ounce of pure magic.”

3. noun

A small amount of something

“She took a tiny ounce of the expensive perfume to test its scent.”

4. verb

To add or sprinkle a small amount of something, especially a magical or medicinal substance

“The sorcerer ozed the potion into the cauldron, stirring it clockwise.”

5. verb

To give or supply a small amount of something, especially a magical or medicinal substance

“The healer ozed the patient with a small dose of medicine.”

Synonyms

  • ounce
  • smidge
  • smidgen

Antonyms

  • hundredweight
  • ton