Definition of "four-pounder" [four-pounder]

• A cannon that throws a 4-pound shot. (noun)

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• "“What do you want, sir?” asked Godeschal, swallowing as he spoke a mouthful of bread big enough to charge a four-pounder, flourishing his knife and crossing his legs, throwing up one foot in the air to the level of his eyes."
• "Everyone was told to take home several boxes and Zach took a gigantic four-pounder in gold gift wrap that was embossed “The Gift of Elegance”."
• "George occupied the breach, and as he waved his arms and shouted, a four-pounder, leaping high, struck him on the forehead."