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.
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: Pommy The term pommy, often shortened to pom, is commonly used by speakers of Australia, New Zealand, and sometimes speakers of South Africa as well as Afrikaans.It was originally a derogatory term; in 2006 the Australian Advertising Standards Board ruled that it is now not offensive. false etymology (or backronym) popularly believed in Australia and New Zealand is that 'Pom' originated as an acronym for prisoner of (his/her) majesty, prisoner of mother England.