libran
brə, ˈlaɪ- noun, noun Li·brae 
[-brahy, -bree] , for 1.
[-brahy, -bree] , for 1. 1.
Astronomy. the Balance, a zodiacal constellation between virgo and Serpens.
2.
Astrology.
a.
the seventh sign of the zodiac: the cardinal air sign. See illus. under zodiac.
b.
Also, Li·bran. a person born under this sign, usually between September 23rd and October 22nd.
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libra (ˈlaɪbrə) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -brae | |
| an ancient Roman unit of weight corresponding to 1 pound, but equal to about 12 ounces | |
| [C14: from Latin, literally: scales] | |
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| Libra (ˈliːbrə, ˈlɪbrən) | |
| —n , Latin genitive Librae | |
| 1. | astronomy a small faint zodiacal constellation in the S hemisphere, lying between Virgo and Scorpius on the ecliptic |
| 2. | astrology |
| a. the Scales, Also called: the Balance the seventh sign of the zodiac, symbol ♎, having a cardinal air classification and ruled by the planet Venus. The sun is in this sign between about Sept 23 and Oct 22 | |
| b. a person born under this sign | |
| —adj | |
| 3. | astrology born under or characteristic of Libra |
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Word Origin & History
Libra
zodiac constellation, late 14c., from L. libra, lit. "pound, balance," from Mediterranean base *lithra- "a scale."
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| Libra (lē'brə) Pronunciation Key
A constellation in the Southern Hemisphere near Scorpius and virgo. libra (the Scales or Balance) is the seventh sign of the zodiac. |
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