by the (unit)

by the (unit)

For each unit, as of items sold in this manner. How much does this meat cost by the pound?See also: by

by the unit

Fig. each; per. (Used to designate the unit of measure, but not the rate of a measure.) Lettuce is sold by the head. Gas is sold by the gallon.See also: by, unit

by the

bye/by By the way; incidentally.See also: by