In musical terminology, tempo (time in Italian; plural: tempi )  is the speed or pace of a given piece. In classical music, tempo is usually indicated with an instruction at the start of a piece (often using conventional Italian terms). Tempo is usually measured in by beats per minute (BPM).
A pair of cheerleading pom-poms. A pom-pom â also spelled pom-pon, pompom or pompon â is a loose, fluffy, decorative ball or tuft of fibrous material. Pom-poms may come in many colors, sizes, and varieties and are made from a wide array of materials, including wool, cotton, paper, plastic, and occasionally feathers.
There are alot of false explanations for the origin of the word POM or POMMIE, many of which claim it is an acronym. The most popular explanation is that the word was built on either Pisoner of Mother England or Prisoner of His Majesty, which was said to be embroidered on the clothing of transported convicts.eport Abuse. In Australia and New Zealand, a pom (or pommy) is a slang for a British person, especially one who is a recent immigrant. The word has been considered to be insulting.