plural lei ˈlā How to pronounce leu (audio)
the basic monetary unit of Moldova and Romania see Money Table

Examples of leu in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Community groups urged supporters to go to Manuel’s Honolulu office last week to bestow lei upon him in gratitude for his efforts. Jennifer Sinco Kelleher and Jae C. Hong, BostonGlobe.com, 24 Aug. 2023 New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy tweeted photos of him and his wife, one of them in all-black attire and the second in pink tops and a colorful lei, with a caption asking for two tickets to both. USA TODAY, 20 July 2023 Hawaiians follow protocol when entering sacred spaces like Mauna Kea or gathering flowers for lei. Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 25 June 2023 This summer, the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay will be launching the Aloha Camp, a full day camp for children ages 4 to 6 and 7 to 12 that introduces the meaning of the aloha spirit through activities such as lei making, hula classes, and canoe building. Leila Najafi, Robb Report, 9 May 2023 All guests receive a silk lei and mai tai cocktail (or choice of soft drink). The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 June 2023 In another adorable shot, Nick placed a red lei around Brookyln's neck. Hannah Sacks, Peoplemag, 13 June 2023 Visitors can learn about sailing in Hawaii, including trying to tie the knots used to construct a canoe, and also watch traditional and contemporary hula performances and find out how to make a lei. Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 11 May 2023 This summer, the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay will be launching the Aloha Camp, a full day camp for children ages 4 to 6 and 7 to 12 that introduces the meaning of the aloha spirit through activities such as lei making, hula classes, and canoe building. Leila Najafi, Robb Report, 9 May 2023 See More

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Word History

Etymology

Romanian, literally, lion, from Latin leo — more at lion

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of leu was in 1879

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Cite this Entry

“Leu.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leu. Accessed 22 Sep. 2023.

Medical Definition

Leu

abbreviation
leucine; leucyl
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