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karat

noun kar·at \ˈker-ət, ˈka-rət\

: a unit for measuring how pure a piece of gold is

Full Definition of KARAT

: a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹⁄₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy

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kar·at or car·at \ˈker-ət, ˈka-rət\

Middle English carrat — more at carat

First Known Use: 15th century

KARAT Defined for Kids

noun kar·at \ˈker-ət\

: a unit of fineness for gold <14-karat gold>

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