karat

noun

kar·at ˈker-ət

ˈka-rət

variants or carat

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

Examples of karat in a Sentence

She was wearing an 18 karat gold bracelet. Pure gold is 24 karats.

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As part of the collaboration, guests receive a nine-carat diamond tennis necklace, with 150 diamonds set in 14 karat gold. —

Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 30 Oct. 2024 These mid-century modern drinking vessels feature a cane-like design plated in 22 karat gold and retail for a pretty penny on resale websites. —

Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024 The custom Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, crafted specifically for St. Vincent utilized 14 karat yellow gold with a striking yellow beryl center stone, encircled by a medley of sapphires, emeralds, and amethysts. —

Quincy Green, Billboard, 21 June 2024 Featuring an array of necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings in 18 karat yellow gold and black titanium with diamonds, the collection is feels personal to Pharrell. —

The Editors, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for karat