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Why do they use pounds for pounds?

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∙ 15y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

Libra used to be a measurement in ancient Rome equal to about 12 ounces. Lbs. is an abbreviation for "Libras". While libra became pound over time, the abbreviation remained.

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