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Libra

Syllabification: (Li·bra)
Pronunciation: /ˈlēbrə, ˈlī-/

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Definition of Libra
  • 1 Astronomy a small constellation (the Scales or Balance), said to represent the balance that is the symbol of justice. It contains no bright stars.
  • (as genitive Librae /ˈlēbrē, ˈlī-/) used with a preceding letter or numeral to designate a star in this constellation:the star Alpha Librae
  • 2 Astrology the seventh sign of the zodiac, which the sun enters at the northern autumnal equinox (about September 23).
  • (a Libra) a person born when the sun is in the sign of Libra.

Derivatives

Libran

noun & adjective

Origin:

Latin

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