pound for pound


pound for pound

1. When considered side-by-side at an equal weight. Pound for pound, you get much more efficient heat output from wood-fiber pellets compared to coal.2. In combat sports, especially boxing, adjusted according to differing weight classes. Pound for pound, Lewis is the superior boxer any day of the week.See also: pound

pound for pound

[Usually of value, quality, strength, etc.] considering the amount of weight involved. Pound for pound, a dog fed properly is much stronger than a dog that has to fend for itself. Pound for pound, there is more food value in beef than in chicken.See also: pound