Associations to the word «Drachm»

Wiktionary

DRACHM, noun. (obsolete) A unit of weight in the apothecaries' weight system of measure.
DRACHM, noun. A denomination of coinage in ancient Greece.

Dictionary definition

DRACHM, noun. A unit of apothecary weight equal to an eighth of an ounce or to 60 grains.
DRACHM, noun. A British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 60 minims or 3.5516 cubic centimeters.
DRACHM, noun. A unit of capacity or volume in the apothecary system equal to one eighth of a fluid ounce.

Wise words

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