metric grain

/ˌmɛtrɪk greɪn/
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Definitions of metric grain
  1. noun
    a weight unit used for pearls or diamonds: 50 mg or 1/4 carat
    synonyms: grain
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    type of:
    metric weight unit, weight unit
    a decimal unit of weight based on the gram
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