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A public enclosure for the confinement of stray animals, especially dogs.

A place in which vehicles impounded by the authorities are held until redeemed by their owners.

An enclosure in which animals, especially farm animals, are kept.

A container, as on a boat, in which fish are kept.

A prison.

To confine (an animal) in a pound.

A unit of weight equal to 16 ounces (453.592 grams).

A unit of apothecary weight equal to 12 ounces (373.242 grams).