centner

noun

cent·​ner ˈsent-nər How to pronounce centner (audio)
: any of various units of weight used especially in Europe and usually equal to about 110 pounds (about 50 kilograms)

Word History

Etymology

probably from Low German

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of centner was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Centner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centner. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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