Of or relating to a measurement system that uses the foot as a measure of distance, the pound as a measure of force, and the second as a measure of time. Abbreviations: ft-lb-s, fps, f.p.s.

A unit of mechanical power, equal to that required to raise one pound through a distance of one foot in one second.

plural of foot-pound-second

(idiomatic) An entity that dominates its environment. / (idiomatic) Something dangerous, menacing, or frightening that is obvious but not addressed.

Alternative form of take care of the pennies and the pounds will take care of themselves

If you take care of little things one at a time, they can add up to big things.

(idiomatic) Prudent and thrifty with small amounts of money, but wasteful with large amounts.

Alternative form of penny wise and pound foolish

Alternative form of penny wise and pound foolish

The most basic level of intelligence.