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carat noun

  /ˈkæ.ɹət/ , /ˈkɛɹ.ət/
  • A metric unit of mass equal to exactly 200 mg, chiefly used for measuring precious stones and pearls.
  • (historical) Any of several small units of mass used for measuring precious stones and pearls, equivalent to 189–212 mg.
  • A 24-point scale used to measure the purity of gold.
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