drachm meaning and definition

DRACHM noun

Definition of drachm (noun)

1. a unit of apothecary weight equal to an eighth of an ounce or to 60 grains
   • synonyms: drachma, dram
2. a British imperial capacity measure (liquid or dry) equal to 60 minims or 3.5516 cubic centimeters
   • synonyms: fluid drachm, fluid dram, fluidram
3. a unit of capacity or volume in the apothecary system equal to one eighth of a fluid ounce
   • synonyms: fluid drachm, fluid dram, fluidram