leu
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leu

noun \ˈlā-ü\
plural lei \ˈlā\

Definition of LEU

the basic monetary unit of Moldova and Romania — see money table

Origin of LEU

Romanian, literally, lion, from Latin leo — more at lion
First Known Use: 1879

Other Monetary Terms

clad, legend, numismatic, obverse, reverse, scrip, series, specie

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