lire

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French word lire comes from Latin libra, and later Italian lira (Lyre Lira.)

libra (Latin)

A Roman unit of measure, equal to twelve ounces; a pound (abbreviated lb.). A level (a device for making horizontal). A pair of scales, balance.

lira (Italian)

Lyre Lira.

lire (French)

Lira (unit of currency).

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