Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ct
abbreviation
/siː tiː/
Definition
Ct is an abbreviation for ‘carat’, a unit of weight for gemstones and pearls, or ‘Cati’, a chemical element with the symbol Ct, though the latter is uncommon in everyday usage.
Examples
- He purchased a diamond that was 1.5 ct.
- The jeweler explained that the price of the ring fluctuated with the ct of the gemstone.
Meaning
In the context of gemstones, a carat refers to the weight and size of the stone. It plays a crucial role in determining the value of a gemstone.
Synonyms
- carat
