A measure of weight used for diamonds and other precious stones, originally 1/144 of an ounce, or 31/3 grains, but now equal to about 1/150 of an…
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释义 | the world > relative properties > measurement > measurement by weighing > [noun] > unit or denomination of weight > unit of weight for precious stones (11) carat1568 A measure of weight used for diamonds and other precious stones, originally 1/144 of an ounce, or 31/3 grains, but now equal to about 1/150 of an… quilate1577 = carat, n. 3. Also figurative. ct.1865 carat. Subcategories:— fractions of carat (3) — multiple of carat (1) — Indian or Arabian (4) |
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