Definition

A piece of land that is valued at one pound each year.

Example

The farmer sold his librate for a good price.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term librate?

Yeah, I think it refers to a piece of land with a specific value, right?

Exactly! It's valued at one pound per year, which is pretty interesting.

It really is! I wonder how many of those pieces of land are out there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To move or swing back and forth in a steady manner, similar to how a balance beam moves.

Example

The scale began to librate as the weights were adjusted.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen a pendulum librate back and forth?

Yeah, it's really fascinating how it moves so rhythmically.

I love watching it librate — it’s almost hypnotic.

Root Explanation

Librate is derived from the Latin word "libra" (meaning balance or scale) and the suffix "-ate" (indicating to make or to act). The word "librate" means to balance or to weigh something, as if placing it on a scale.

Memory Tip

Think of 'libra' which means balance, and remember that 'librate' refers to the act of balancing or weighing something.

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