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carat Definition and Meaning in English (carat definition)

noun
Synonyms:metric carat
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Carat definition: A unit of weight for precious stones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.

Definitions of Carat

  1. 1noun

    A unit of weight for precious stones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.

  2. 2noun

    A measure of the purity of gold, with 24 carats being pure gold.

Example Sentences

“The diamond weighs exactly one carat.”

“This ring is made of 18-carat gold.”

Synonyms

metric carat

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Carat definition: A unit of weight for precious stones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams.
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