Karat Definition

karat
noun
  1. the unit of measurement for the proportion of gold in an alloy; 18-karat gold is 75% gold; 24-karat gold is pure gold

"Karat" in song lyrics

See how karat is used in real songs:

  • "For the onslaught, so you can sport a karat"
    Cilvaringz — The Saga...
  • "And a garden hose made out of 24 karat"
    Kid Rock f/ Joe-C — Devil Without a Cause
  • "But not me I visit cabbage, make ya render the karat"
    Popa Wu f/ Cuffie Crime Family — Come One, Come All

Usage tips for "karat"

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