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Noun: apothecaries' weight
  1. Any weight unit used in pharmacy; an ounce is equal to 480 grains and a pound is equal to 12 ounces
    - apothecaries' unit

Derived forms: apothecaries' weights

Type of: weight, weight unit

Encyclopedia: Apothecaries' weight

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