lei

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes
  2. noun the basic unit of money in Moldova
  3. noun the basic unit of money in Romania

Etymology

Borrowed from Hawaiian lei.

In classic literature

Synonyms

wreath, garland, coronal, chaplet

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