Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cts
noun
/kæɹət/
Definition
Abbreviation for ‘carats’, the unit of weight for precious stones and pearls.
Examples
- The diamond weighs 1.5 cts, making it quite valuable.
- She wore a stunning ring with a 2.0 cts sapphire.
- When buying loose gemstones, always check their cts to understand their weight.
Meaning
In the context of jewelry and gemstones, ‘cts’ refers to the weight measurement that helps in assessing the value and size of gemstones. One carat is equivalent to 200 milligrams.
Synonyms
- carats
- weight
- gem weight
