libra

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Libra
  2. noun a small faint zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere; between Virgo and Scorpius
  3. noun the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22

Etymology

From Latin lībra (“pound”), partially via Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese libra. Doublet of arratel, libbra, Libra, lira, litra, litre, livre, and rottol.

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