carat
🇺🇸
/ˈkærət/
🇬🇧
/ˈkærət/
noun
R
A unit for measuring the weight of diamonds and other precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams.
The diamond's weight was measured in carats, and it weighed 2 carats.
R
A unit for measuring the purity of gold, where 24 carats is the purest form.
The ring was made of 18-carat gold, which is very pure.
translation
A unit for measuring the weight of diamonds and other precious stones, equal to 200 milligrams.; A unit for measuring the purity of gold, where 24 carats is the purest form.
Word Forms
Plural
carats