a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (907.185 kilograms), a large amount or number of something

a ton of bricks, not have a ton of experience, a ton of fun

Formal and Informal Expressions of ton

In different contexts, you can replace 'ton' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'large quantity' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'load, heap' is a commonplace synonym.

ton: Explore its Definition & Usage

ton Definition

1a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds (907.185 kilograms)
2a large amount or number of something

Using ton: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ton" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

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The shipment weighed over a ton.
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I have a ton of work to do today.
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He has a ton of money.
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She ate a ton of food at the buffet.

ton Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ton

Antonyms for ton

Phrases with ton

a ton of bricks
with great force or suddenness
Example
The news hit her like a ton of bricks.
not have a ton of experience
to not have much experience
Example
I'm sorry, I don't have a ton of experience with this type of software.
a ton of fun
very enjoyable or entertaining
Example
The party was a ton of fun!

Origins of ton

from Old English 'tunne', meaning 'cask'

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Summary: ton in Brief

The term 'ton' [tʌn] refers to a unit of weight equal to 2,000 pounds or a large amount of something. It is used in contexts such as shipping and finance, as well as colloquially to describe a significant quantity of something, as in 'I have a ton of work to do today.' The phrase 'a ton of bricks' describes a sudden or forceful impact, while 'a ton of fun' denotes something highly enjoyable.