apothecaries' unit
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(noun) any weight unit used in pharmacy; an ounce is equal to 480 grains and a pound is equal to 12 ounces |
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Synonyms: apothecaries' weight |
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Related Words: apothecaries' ounce, apothecaries' pound, drachm, drachma, dram, grain, ounce, scruple, troy ounce, troy pound, weight, weight unit |
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