Definition:
a unit of mass equal to 200 mg and is used for measuring gemstones and pearls
Confusing Words
VS.
Carat
Examples:
It is a flawless, 100-carat diamond.
VS.
Caret
Definition:
a mark used by an author or editor to indicate where something is to be inserted into a text
Examples:
he marked a caret in the text
VS.
Karat
Definition:
the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy; 18-karat gold is 75% gold; 24-karat gold is pure gold
Examples:
The ring he gave me was made of 24 karat gold.
VS.
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Carrot
Definition:
An orange vegetable that grows downwards into the ground.
Examples:
Carrots are good for your eyes.