libra Meaning & Definition
/ˈliːbrə/
What Does Libra Mean?
Libra is a noun that means A Roman unit of mass, usually equivalent to 327 g. It can also mean A traditional Spanish unit of mass, usually around 460 g.
Quick Facts About Libra
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈliːbrə// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | libra the balance, libra the scales and Roman pound |
| Plural | libras |
Libra Definition (Noun)
- A Roman unit of mass, usually equivalent to 327 g.
- A traditional Spanish unit of mass, usually around 460 g.
- A traditional Portuguese unit of mass, usually equivalent to 345 g and particularly used for trade in medicines.
- Synonym of arratel, a separate Portuguese unit of mass, usually around 460 g.
- Alternative spelling of libbra, a traditional Italian unit of mass.
- Synonym of pound, a notional pound of silver as a money of account, especially in medieval contexts.
Noun
- A Roman unit of weight equal to about 327 grams.
- Any of various units of weight in Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries approximately equal to 460 grams or a little more than a US or UK pound.
- Alternative spelling of libbra, an Italian unit of weight.
Synonyms of Libra
Libra synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Libra
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Libra in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
libra (plural libras or (Roman contexts) librae)
Words That Rhyme With Libra
Origin of Libra
From Latin lībra (“pound”), partially via Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese libra. Doublet of arratel, libbra, Libra, lira, litra, litre, livre, and rottol.
Pronouncing Libra
You say libra as //ˈliːbrə//. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Libra
What part of speech is libra?
Libra is a noun.
What is another word for libra?
Close synonyms of libra are libra the balance, libra the scales and Roman pound. See the full list of libra synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of libra?
The plural of libra is libras.