Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
libra
noun
/ˈliː.bra/
Definition
A unit of weight used in various systems, typically equivalent to about 0.45 kilograms.
Examples
- She weighed the vegetables and found they were five libra.
- The recipe required two libra of flour.
Meaning
Libra is used to measure mass, especially in contexts related to trade and commerce.
Synonyms
- pound