libra
/ˈliːbrə/noun
Middle School
1
A Roman unit of mass, usually equivalent to 327 g.
2
A traditional Spanish unit of mass, usually around 460 g.
3
A traditional Portuguese unit of mass, usually equivalent to 345 g and particularly used for trade in medicines.
4
Synonym of arratel, a separate Portuguese unit of mass, usually around 460 g.
5
Alternative spelling of libbra, a traditional Italian unit of mass.
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Synonym of pound, a notional pound of silver as a money of account, especially in medieval contexts.
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing