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Carat
01
the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy; 18-karat gold is 75% gold; 24-karat gold is pure gold
02
a unit of weight used for measuring gemstones and pearls, equal to 200 milligrams or 0.2 grams
Dialect
British
British
Examples
The diamond necklace featured a centerpiece gemstone weighing 3 carats, showcasing its brilliance and rarity.
Gemstone enthusiasts often seek stones with higher carat weights, as this generally indicates larger and more valuable specimens.
