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lb

abbreviation

Definition of LB

pound

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Origin of LB

Latin libra

LB

abbreviation

Definition of LB

Labrador

LB Defined for Kids

lb

abbreviation

Definition of LB for Kids

pound Hint:The abbreviation lb is short for the Latin word libra, meaning “pound.”

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lb

abbreviation

Medical Definition of LB

pound

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Nglish: Translation of "lb" for Spanish speakers

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