Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
karat
noun
/ˈkær.ət/
Definition
A unit of weight for precious stones and pearls, equivalent to 200 milligrams; also used to indicate the purity of gold.
Examples
- She wore a beautiful 18-karat gold necklace.
- In jewelry, 24 karats is considered pure gold.
- He bought a diamond ring with a two-carat stone.
Meaning
Karat is often used to describe the purity of gold in jewelry, with higher karat numbers indicating a greater proportion of gold in the alloy.
Synonyms
- karat weight
- gold content
