name
Libra
LEEB-ruh
Libra (name) means a zodiac constellation traditionally pictured as a set of scales. Example: “Libra sits between Virgo and Scorpio in the night sky.”
name
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A zodiac constellation traditionally pictured as a set of scales.
"Libra sits between Virgo and Scorpio in the night sky."
noun
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A person born under the astrological sign of Libra (roughly late September to late October).
"As a Libra, she prides herself on being fair and balanced."
How to use Libra
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe zodiac sign of the Scales, or someone born under it.
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Etymology
From Latin libra, "scales, balance" — a calque of the Ancient Greek and, further back, Babylonian words for a set of weighing scales.
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What does “Libra” mean?
The word “Libra” means a zodiac constellation traditionally pictured as a set of scales. In plain terms, the zodiac sign of the Scales, or someone born under it.
How do you pronounce “Libra”?
“Libra” is pronounced LEEB-ruh (/ˈliːbɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Libra” in a sentence?
Here is “Libra” used in a sentence: “Libra sits between Virgo and Scorpio in the night sky.”
What is the opposite of “Libra”?
The opposite of “Libra” — its antonyms — is Aries.
What part of speech is “Libra”?
Depending on how it is used, “Libra” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Libra” come from?
The word “Libra” comes from Ancient Greek. From Latin libra, "scales, balance" — a calque of the Ancient Greek and, further back, Babylonian words for a set of weighing scales.
How many meanings does “Libra” have?
“Libra” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a zodiac constellation traditionally pictured as a set of scales.
